Hello MMO - July New MMO Collection:
With the gaming events like Comic Con and ChinaJoy, you must be dizzy with the abundant gaming information, various cosplay shows and beautiful show girls.
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Nintendo: 160,000 Wii Us sold globally in past three months
Nintendo: 160,000 Wii Us sold globally in past three months:
Software sales just over 1 million units for new console system
Software sales just over 1 million units for new console system
Flameseeker Chronicles: Getting what you pay for in Guild Wars 2
Flameseeker Chronicles: Getting what you pay for in Guild Wars 2:
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Opinion, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles, Buy-to-Play Despite a number of unfortunate sword-clipping
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Opinion, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles, Buy-to-Play Despite a number of unfortunate sword-clipping
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Second Open House Event Begins
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Second Open House Event Begins:
Ubisoft today announced the second in a series of Open House events for the studio's upcoming free-to-play PC title, The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot. The Open
Ubisoft today announced the second in a series of Open House events for the studio's upcoming free-to-play PC title, The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot. The Open
Excalibur takes Arthurian action to mobile devices
Excalibur takes Arthurian action to mobile devices:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Mobile Claiming to be the world's first mobile sidescrolling MMO, Excalibur is obviously
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Mobile Claiming to be the world's first mobile sidescrolling MMO, Excalibur is obviously
Q& A: Equity crowdfunding - is it right for your game?
Q& A: Equity crowdfunding - is it right for your game?:
Equity crowdfunding is an interesting concept that turns pledgers into actual investors. But it's still a legal minefield that requires careful consideration before
Equity crowdfunding is an interesting concept that turns pledgers into actual investors. But it's still a legal minefield that requires careful consideration before
A single game as a lifelong hobby
A single game as a lifelong hobby:
Players of video games jump from title to title. Players of traditional games like Go or Chess tend to find one game they love above all others. What can video games
Players of video games jump from title to title. Players of traditional games like Go or Chess tend to find one game they love above all others. What can video games
Shroud of the Avatar unleashes its content creation kit
Shroud of the Avatar unleashes its content creation kit:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Dungeons, Crowdfunding, Player-Generated Content, Shroud of the Avatar Richard
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Dungeons, Crowdfunding, Player-Generated Content, Shroud of the Avatar Richard
Disney Infinity unleashes Wave #1 of Power Discs
Disney Infinity unleashes Wave #1 of Power Discs:
Disney Infinity is only a little over two weeks away, and that means the figure collection craze is ready to begin. However,...
Disney Infinity is only a little over two weeks away, and that means the figure collection craze is ready to begin. However,...
China: The gaming superpower continues to march West
China: The gaming superpower continues to march West:
Console, mobile, online and middleware - pay close attention to China's significant investment in the games business, says Matt Martin
Console, mobile, online and middleware - pay close attention to China's significant investment in the games business, says Matt Martin
A new way to track mobile game analytics
A new way to track mobile game analytics:
Analytics company App Annie today launched a mobile version of its analytics tracking service, while also updating the web service with new API integration and
Analytics company App Annie today launched a mobile version of its analytics tracking service, while also updating the web service with new API integration and
Play-Doh Create ABCs brings the Alphabetic Principle to children on iOS
Play-Doh Create ABCs brings the Alphabetic Principle to children on iOS:
One of the most widely recognizable names in children’s toys has partnered with PlayDate Digital for an educational reading app on iPhone and iPad.
One of the most widely recognizable names in children’s toys has partnered with PlayDate Digital for an educational reading app on iPhone and iPad.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- L&K Logic Korea signs Singapore, Malaysia service contract with IAH Games for “Mirror War.”
- ENP Games web RPG “Yongtu” starts formal service on July 31.
- Nexon action RPG “Mabinogi Heroes War” reaches 50,000 CCUs last weekend.
- Uniana action MORPG “LAF” opens official homepage.
- IMI-Item Bay MMORPG “Nine-Tailed Fox: Tower of Temptation” starts Mgame channeling service.
- Dragonfly AOS “Kingdom Under Fire: Age of Storm” holds final test from July 31 to August 7.
Mobile developer Kiwi, Inc. secures $9 million in funding for Android game development
Mobile developer Kiwi, Inc. secures $9 million in funding for Android game development:
Mobile game developer Kiwi, Inc. has announced a new partnership with Sequoia Capital, resulting in $9 million in funding. The company has also received
Mobile game developer Kiwi, Inc. has announced a new partnership with Sequoia Capital, resulting in $9 million in funding. The company has also received
The Smurfs & Co: Spellbound Review
The Smurfs & Co: Spellbound Review:
Holy Smurf, here we go again. The Smurfs & Co: Spellbound is a follow-up to Facebook's highly popular Smurf sim, The Smurfs & Co. Your mission is to
Holy Smurf, here we go again. The Smurfs & Co: Spellbound is a follow-up to Facebook's highly popular Smurf sim, The Smurfs & Co. Your mission is to
3D Fantasy MMORPG Holy King (CN) Kicks Off Closed Beta with CG Trailer
3D Fantasy MMORPG Holy King (CN) Kicks Off Closed Beta with CG Trailer:
The 3D fantasy MMORPG Holy King from Perfect World China has entered closed beta on July 30. The family system and brand new maps debut in this test,
The 3D fantasy MMORPG Holy King from Perfect World China has entered closed beta on July 30. The family system and brand new maps debut in this test,
New head of business development for Bytro Labs
New head of business development for Bytro Labs:
Sebastian Teuber takes role at online games developer
Sebastian Teuber takes role at online games developer
Condor: Zero Action Combat Trailer from ChinaJoy
Condor: Zero Action Combat Trailer from ChinaJoy:
As Perfect World's first self-developed non-target action MMORPG, Condor: Zero is the company's highlight at ChinaJoy 2013. Adapted from the famous novel by
As Perfect World's first self-developed non-target action MMORPG, Condor: Zero is the company's highlight at ChinaJoy 2013. Adapted from the famous novel by
Massively Exclusive: Elsword's Ranger becomes the Night Watcher
Massively Exclusive: Elsword's Ranger becomes the Night Watcher:
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play Elsword is currently moving through a series of character-specific evolutions,
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play Elsword is currently moving through a series of character-specific evolutions,
Darkfall gains two new warships and a new class today
Darkfall gains two new warships and a new class today:
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Classes, Game Mechanics, Patches, PvP, News Items, Sandbox Bug fixing updates are all well and good (not to mention
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Classes, Game Mechanics, Patches, PvP, News Items, Sandbox Bug fixing updates are all well and good (not to mention
Guild Wars 2: More Queen's Jubilee Details Emerge for August 6th Update
Guild Wars 2: More Queen's Jubilee Details Emerge for August 6th Update:
We learned of GW2's next update yesterday with some cryptic invitations to Jennah's event, but today ArenaNet is pulling the lid back on the full update.
We learned of GW2's next update yesterday with some cryptic invitations to Jennah's event, but today ArenaNet is pulling the lid back on the full update.
StarCraft II: HOTS patch adds color blind mode and new eSports features
StarCraft II: HOTS patch adds color blind mode and new eSports features:
Update to also add in new user interface tweaks. Blizzard Entertainment will release a new 2.0.10 update for StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm this week that will
Update to also add in new user interface tweaks. Blizzard Entertainment will release a new 2.0.10 update for StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm this week that will
Zelnick bullish on AAA iPad games after XCOM success
Zelnick bullish on AAA iPad games after XCOM success:
As part of Take-Two's financial results today, company head Strauss Zelnick revealed that Firaxis' strategy title XCOM: Enemy Unknown was in the top 10-
As part of Take-Two's financial results today, company head Strauss Zelnick revealed that Firaxis' strategy title XCOM: Enemy Unknown was in the top 10-
Borderlands 2 smashes projections, but Take-Two still takes a loss
Borderlands 2 smashes projections, but Take-Two still takes a loss:
Borderlands 2 DLC and online passes carry the day for Take-Two Interactive, which despite considerably exceeding projections still reported a significant
Borderlands 2 DLC and online passes carry the day for Take-Two Interactive, which despite considerably exceeding projections still reported a significant
Neverwinter MMO grows to 2 million players
Neverwinter MMO grows to 2 million players:
Neverwinter, the free-to-play massively multiplayer role-playing game that launched in June, has passed 2 million...
Neverwinter, the free-to-play massively multiplayer role-playing game that launched in June, has passed 2 million...
Riccitiello: "Precious little to indicate mobile is building long-term brands"
Riccitiello: "Precious little to indicate mobile is building long-term brands":
Ex-EA CEO talks about how publishers are changing and how chasing graphics on mobile can be a "road to ruin"
Ex-EA CEO talks about how publishers are changing and how chasing graphics on mobile can be a "road to ruin"
Returning to Prime World in its English open beta
Returning to Prime World in its English open beta:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, MOBA Back in April, I had the opportunity to explore Prime
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, MOBA Back in April, I had the opportunity to explore Prime
Nexon invests in Rumble Entertainment
Nexon invests in Rumble Entertainment:
Owen Mahoney, chief financial officer at Nexon, will join Rumble's board
Owen Mahoney, chief financial officer at Nexon, will join Rumble's board
Facebook launches mobile game publishing program
Facebook launches mobile game publishing program:
Social networking site opens pilot program to help small and medium-sized developers release their games globally. Facebook today announced Facebook
Social networking site opens pilot program to help small and medium-sized developers release their games globally. Facebook today announced Facebook
Facebook breaks into mobile game publishing
Facebook breaks into mobile game publishing:
Social networking giant Facebook announced a new publishing program aimed at increasing discoverability for smartphone titles from small-to-medium-
Social networking giant Facebook announced a new publishing program aimed at increasing discoverability for smartphone titles from small-to-medium-
Spirit Tales: New Land & A New Level Cap
Spirit Tales: New Land & A New Level Cap:
Spirit Tales devs may have been quiet over the past several months but not for lack of busy-ness. The team has announced that the latest update has
Spirit Tales devs may have been quiet over the past several months but not for lack of busy-ness. The team has announced that the latest update has
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Grand Cru raises $11m for Supernauts
Grand Cru raises $11m for Supernauts:
"We're not going to grow too quickly and go on a crazy hiring spree"
"We're not going to grow too quickly and go on a crazy hiring spree"
ChinaJoy 2013: Moonlight Blade Four Seasons Trailer
ChinaJoy 2013: Moonlight Blade Four Seasons Trailer:
ChinaJoy 2013 presented many wonderful games for us. Among them is Tencent Games self-developed title Moonlight Blade. Continue reading
ChinaJoy 2013 presented many wonderful games for us. Among them is Tencent Games self-developed title Moonlight Blade. Continue reading
Korean Action MMOG EIN: Epicus Incognitus Spotted at ChinaJoy B2B Area
Korean Action MMOG EIN: Epicus Incognitus Spotted at ChinaJoy B2B Area:
EIN: Epicus Incognitus was first announced at G*Star 2011, since then we haven't heard of the news of the game for long. Last week, EIN was once again
EIN: Epicus Incognitus was first announced at G*Star 2011, since then we haven't heard of the news of the game for long. Last week, EIN was once again
Guitar Hero founders working on new fitness games
Guitar Hero founders working on new fitness games:
Upcoming mobile exercise games hope to make workouts more social; company is currently accepting interest from game developers wishing to develop for the
Upcoming mobile exercise games hope to make workouts more social; company is currently accepting interest from game developers wishing to develop for the
Two more games execs quit Zynga
Two more games execs quit Zynga:
Exodus continues as casino gaming boss also walks from troubled company
Exodus continues as casino gaming boss also walks from troubled company
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Funigloo MMORPG "Pylon" holds OBT on July 29.
- Entermate action RPG “Kingdom Fighters” starts OBT on August 1.
- Webzen takes action on The9 by introducing “MU 2.”
- IMI-Item Bay MMORPG “Nine-Tailed Fox: Tower of Temptation” starts OBT on July 30.
LoL Summoner's Rift New Game Modes: Co-op vs AI 1v1, 2v2
LoL Summoner's Rift New Game Modes: Co-op vs AI 1v1, 2v2:
Over on Reddit user chinmi spotted an announcement on the Garena Indonesia facebook page announcing the localization for the Indonesian version of
Over on Reddit user chinmi spotted an announcement on the Garena Indonesia facebook page announcing the localization for the Indonesian version of
Action MMO Onigiri Alpha Test Begins on August 1st
Action MMO Onigiri Alpha Test Begins on August 1st:
CyberStep opened the English teaser website for its latest MMORPG Onigiri a few months ago. The launch of the Onigiri Alpha Test has been announced on
CyberStep opened the English teaser website for its latest MMORPG Onigiri a few months ago. The launch of the Onigiri Alpha Test has been announced on
9 Lives: Casey and Sphynx combines strategic deaths with humor and whimsy on Android
9 Lives: Casey and Sphynx combines strategic deaths with humor and whimsy on Android:
Hungry Moose Games has launched its first app on Android, a side-scrolling platformer called 9 Lives: Casey and Sphynx, which combines puzzles and
Hungry Moose Games has launched its first app on Android, a side-scrolling platformer called 9 Lives: Casey and Sphynx, which combines puzzles and
Arkadium creates data analytics tool for Windows 8 marketplace
Arkadium creates data analytics tool for Windows 8 marketplace:
Image courtesy Windows 8 App Store In an effort to capitalize on the growing trends of the Windows 8 Store, casual and social game developer Arkadium
Image courtesy Windows 8 App Store In an effort to capitalize on the growing trends of the Windows 8 Store, casual and social game developer Arkadium
Apple's smartphone marketshare drops to less than 14 percent
Apple's smartphone marketshare drops to less than 14 percent:
Smartphones shipped a record-breaking 230 million units globally in the last three months, but the iPhone is continuing to cede territory from Samsung, dropping to
Smartphones shipped a record-breaking 230 million units globally in the last three months, but the iPhone is continuing to cede territory from Samsung, dropping to
Could we be seeing the next hot mobile dev from Finland?
Could we be seeing the next hot mobile dev from Finland?:
Finland-based Rovio and Supercell have both made a considerable name for themselves in the worldwide mobile market. Now, a third Finnish mobile
Finland-based Rovio and Supercell have both made a considerable name for themselves in the worldwide mobile market. Now, a third Finnish mobile
CABAL Online Update Launching August 1st | Ten Ton Hammer
CABAL Online Update Launching August 1st | Ten Ton Hammer:
CABAL Online hits Steam Greenlight just ahead of the release of its next update, Rising Force Extreme.
CABAL Online hits Steam Greenlight just ahead of the release of its next update, Rising Force Extreme.
China Joy 2013: Age of Wushu Reveals Changing Skies Update Video | Ten Ton Hammer
China Joy 2013: Age of Wushu Reveals Changing Skies Update Video | Ten Ton Hammer:
A new major update for Age of Wushu was revealed at China Joy. Check out the video after the jump.
A new major update for Age of Wushu was revealed at China Joy. Check out the video after the jump.
Activision's New Deal: The Good and the Bad
Activision's New Deal: The Good and the Bad:
[a]list daily examines the details of the buyout from Vivendi and what it means for Activision's future
[a]list daily examines the details of the buyout from Vivendi and what it means for Activision's future
GungHo sales up 945% in first half
GungHo sales up 945% in first half:
Puzzle & Dragons dev's $763 million revenues boosted by a $4.9 million daily average in second quarter
Puzzle & Dragons dev's $763 million revenues boosted by a $4.9 million daily average in second quarter
Little Loud shuts doors
Little Loud shuts doors:
UK game and animation studio behind Sweatshop HD calls it quits after 13 years
UK game and animation studio behind Sweatshop HD calls it quits after 13 years
Return triggers: Encouraging free-to-play audiences to come back
Return triggers: Encouraging free-to-play audiences to come back:
"Without a reason" to return to your game, writes free-to-play designer Will Luton, "players float in an abyss, gravitationally drawn to other games." Here, he explains
"Without a reason" to return to your game, writes free-to-play designer Will Luton, "players float in an abyss, gravitationally drawn to other games." Here, he explains
General: MMO’s New Buzzwords: Dynamic Events
General: MMO’s New Buzzwords: Dynamic Events:
Buzzwords seem to attract a lot of attention to topics of interest. Showcasing his unique inside perspective, Mark Kern takes a look at the power of buzzwords.
Buzzwords seem to attract a lot of attention to topics of interest. Showcasing his unique inside perspective, Mark Kern takes a look at the power of buzzwords.
Not So Massively: Dota 2's 5 million players, Path of Exile's death penalty, and Blizzard as an 'indie'
Not So Massively: Dota 2's 5 million players, Path of Exile's death penalty, and Blizzard as an 'indie':
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, Lore, New Titles, Patches, PvP, Endgame, News Items, PvE, Free-to-
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, Lore, New Titles, Patches, PvP, Endgame, News Items, PvE, Free-to-
Cross Fire: The First-Person Shooter That Has Brazil's eSports Scene All Excited
The First-Person Shooter That Has Brazil's eSports Scene All Excited:
This past weekend Red Bull hosted another StarCraft II tournament, which they call the Training Grounds, and featured some of the best players from
This past weekend Red Bull hosted another StarCraft II tournament, which they call the Training Grounds, and featured some of the best players from
PlanetSide 2's Player Studio functionality now live
PlanetSide 2's Player Studio functionality now live:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2, Player-Generated
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2, Player-Generated
Guild Wars 2: Queen's Jubilee to Commence August 6th
Guild Wars 2: Queen's Jubilee to Commence August 6th:
The next biweekly update for Guild Wars 2 has been revealed by special invitations sent out to members of the community and press. The Queen's
The next biweekly update for Guild Wars 2 has been revealed by special invitations sent out to members of the community and press. The Queen's
Monday, July 29, 2013
CocoaChina passes monthly sales of $12 million
CocoaChina passes monthly sales of $12 million:
Mobile company aiming for $150m yearly revenue
Mobile company aiming for $150m yearly revenue
Mirror War - English Publisher for Southeast Asia Announced
Mirror War - English Publisher for Southeast Asia Announced:
Developed by Korean studio L&K Logic Korea, Arcade Shooter Mirror War was announced for Southeast Asia over at ChinaJoy 2013. The first English server
Developed by Korean studio L&K Logic Korea, Arcade Shooter Mirror War was announced for Southeast Asia over at ChinaJoy 2013. The first English server
Black Sheep(KR) Scheduled to Enter Closed Beta Early 2014
Black Sheep(KR) Scheduled to Enter Closed Beta Early 2014:
Korean action MORPG Black Sheep Online recently unveiled its closed beta schedule, developer Neowiz CRS is currently looking at March/ April 2014 for
Korean action MORPG Black Sheep Online recently unveiled its closed beta schedule, developer Neowiz CRS is currently looking at March/ April 2014 for
Chinese banks agree $97m loan for Black Gold Online
Chinese banks agree $97m loan for Black Gold Online:
Snail Games also invests over $32m in global promotion of steampunk MMO
Snail Games also invests over $32m in global promotion of steampunk MMO
MU REBIRTH Second Beta Begins August 8
MU REBIRTH Second Beta Begins August 8:
Beta Testing for New MU Adaptation Begins August 8. Continue reading MU REBIRTH Second Beta Begins August 8.
Beta Testing for New MU Adaptation Begins August 8. Continue reading MU REBIRTH Second Beta Begins August 8.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Liveplex MMORPG “Queens Blade” starts Thailand formal service on July 24 via Stand Best Tech Co., Ltd.
- Antic Games multiplatform online RPG “Shadow of Eclipse” starts open service in Japan via Gamepot.
- Wemade signs China publishing contract with Giant Network for MMORPG “Cheonryonggi.”
- Antic Game World web game “Robot Soul (?) Online” holds CBT frm July 24 to 26 via game portal TNT Game.
- Playworks web MMORPG “Arcane Wars” starts OBT on July 24 via Daum.
- Entermate action RPG “Kingdom Fighters” holds final test from July 26 to 29.
- ENP Games web RPG “Yongtu” starts formal service on July 31.
- Valve FPS “Counterstrike Online 2” new contents “Big City” to be revealed on August 1.
- Ion Entertainment action game “Lost Saga” starts Nexon channeling service on July 25.
- Eyedentity Games signs China publishing contract with Shanda Games for action RPG “Dungeon Striker.”
- NHN action MMORPG “Drakensang” holds CBT tester recruitment until August 11, holds CBT from August 2 to 12.
- Funniglo strategy simulation web MMORPG “Pylon” holds CBT until July 28 via Naver Game.
- NCsoft “Guild Wars 2” to hold 2nd CBT in China in September via China partner Kong Zhong.
- Gravity mobile MORPG “Tower Ascension” class intro video released, to be released this summer in iOS, end of the year in Android.
MicroVolts Releases A Hot Summer Update
MicroVolts Releases A Hot Summer Update:
Rock Hippo announced the launch of its latest update Heatwave for their popular free-to-play cartoon-style third-person shooter, MicroVolts. Down by the
Rock Hippo announced the launch of its latest update Heatwave for their popular free-to-play cartoon-style third-person shooter, MicroVolts. Down by the
MMObility: Google's new Chromecast shows screen size does not matter
MMObility: Google's new Chromecast shows screen size does not matter:
Filed under: Screenshots, Business Models, Culture, Launches, Opinion, Browser, Miscellaneous, MMObility If you missed Google's latest press
Filed under: Screenshots, Business Models, Culture, Launches, Opinion, Browser, Miscellaneous, MMObility If you missed Google's latest press
Revival is a story-driven sandbox in the making
Revival is a story-driven sandbox in the making:
Filed under: Fantasy, Screenshots, Business Models, Economy, Game Mechanics, Interviews, New Titles, Previews, PvP, Sandbox, Crafting,
Filed under: Fantasy, Screenshots, Business Models, Economy, Game Mechanics, Interviews, New Titles, Previews, PvP, Sandbox, Crafting,
Dota 2 Players Add $1 Million to The International's Prize Pool
Dota 2 Players Add $1 Million to The International's Prize Pool:
The International, the world's largest Dota 2 championship tournament, commences on Friday with group stage play. This year the field would be
The International, the world's largest Dota 2 championship tournament, commences on Friday with group stage play. This year the field would be
King’s Pet Rescue Saga rockets to #3 on the free iOS charts
King’s Pet Rescue Saga rockets to #3 on the free iOS charts:
King’s Pet Rescue Saga is the company’s latest puzzle game to take off with phenomenal growth, as the iOS version of the game has skyrocketed to
King’s Pet Rescue Saga is the company’s latest puzzle game to take off with phenomenal growth, as the iOS version of the game has skyrocketed to
Papo & Yo, Unity, analytics talks added to GDC China 2013
Papo & Yo, Unity, analytics talks added to GDC China 2013:
First lecture selections of the September event in Shanghai will include multiplatform dev tips with Unity, predictive analytics for online players, and
First lecture selections of the September event in Shanghai will include multiplatform dev tips with Unity, predictive analytics for online players, and
Blog: Don't believe the hype - the charts lie
Blog: Don't believe the hype - the charts lie:
For all of the success of The Last of Us, it will be far from the biggest game of 2013, argues Paul Johnson -- who says that the real best-selling games don't get
For all of the success of The Last of Us, it will be far from the biggest game of 2013, argues Paul Johnson -- who says that the real best-selling games don't get
Humble Bundle responsible for over half of Sword & Sworcery sales
Humble Bundle responsible for over half of Sword & Sworcery sales:
Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP debuted on iOS in 2011 before going multiplatform the following year. Here, the developers have produced a new
Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP debuted on iOS in 2011 before going multiplatform the following year. Here, the developers have produced a new
Black Desert Revealed Character Combat Trailer via Official Teaser Site
Black Desert Revealed Character Combat Trailer via Official Teaser Site:
Daum, the Korean publisher of Black Desert, revealed some new screeshots and a new trailer which named 'Expedition' of Black Desert via its mobile
Daum, the Korean publisher of Black Desert, revealed some new screeshots and a new trailer which named 'Expedition' of Black Desert via its mobile
Slitherine: The case is now made for premium pricing
Slitherine: The case is now made for premium pricing:
Wargaming specialist sees 480 per cent sales growth in three years with premium pricing
Wargaming specialist sees 480 per cent sales growth in three years with premium pricing
Games all over me: On cloud saves and cross-device play
Games all over me: On cloud saves and cross-device play:
Gamasutra EIC Kris Graft never could have beaten Guacamelee! if not for the cross-play feature with the PlayStation Vita -- and argues transferability of data
Gamasutra EIC Kris Graft never could have beaten Guacamelee! if not for the cross-play feature with the PlayStation Vita -- and argues transferability of data
Mahjongg Dimensions Unblocked Review
Mahjongg Dimensions Unblocked Review:
Similar to the original Mahjongg Dimensions and Arkadium studio's newer offering Taptiles Saga, Mahjongg Dimensions Unblocked takes the classic
Similar to the original Mahjongg Dimensions and Arkadium studio's newer offering Taptiles Saga, Mahjongg Dimensions Unblocked takes the classic
Industrial Toys "hell bent" on filling mobile gap for core gamers
Industrial Toys "hell bent" on filling mobile gap for core gamers:
Developer tells us Morning Star has a budget "bigger than some console games" and talks about a unique transmedia approach
Developer tells us Morning Star has a budget "bigger than some console games" and talks about a unique transmedia approach
Old-School Strategy-RPG Quadruples Its Kickstarter Goal
Old-School Strategy-RPG Quadruples Its Kickstarter Goal:
I've always been hesitant to get too excited about Kickstarter projects that promise to be "love letters" to the old-school RPGs that many of us love and
I've always been hesitant to get too excited about Kickstarter projects that promise to be "love letters" to the old-school RPGs that many of us love and
Tynon: Strategic Sloth
Tynon: Strategic Sloth:
Tynon was originally released about a year ago but has since undergone a complete reworking. Did the new look and feel improve the game or not? Find
Tynon was originally released about a year ago but has since undergone a complete reworking. Did the new look and feel improve the game or not? Find
TurtleStrike Review
TurtleStrike Review:
It seems like we've been hearing about the turn-based multiplayer battle game TurtleStrike for quite some time now, but I guess that's to be about expected: the
It seems like we've been hearing about the turn-based multiplayer battle game TurtleStrike for quite some time now, but I guess that's to be about expected: the
Dojo Mojo Review
Dojo Mojo Review:
The troops that fight for you in Clash of Clans include Barbarians, Goblins, Giants, and other warriors and creatures that are popular in Western mythology.
The troops that fight for you in Clash of Clans include Barbarians, Goblins, Giants, and other warriors and creatures that are popular in Western mythology.
CS:GO maps net creators $150K
CS:GO maps net creators $150K:
Valve's Operation Payback initiative pays off
Valve's Operation Payback initiative pays off
Some Assembly Required: Tramell Isaac talks Player Studio for PlanetSide 2
Some Assembly Required: Tramell Isaac talks Player Studio for PlanetSide 2:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Economy, Interviews, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, Some Assembly Required, PlanetSide 2, Player-Generated Content Ya'll might
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Economy, Interviews, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, Some Assembly Required, PlanetSide 2, Player-Generated Content Ya'll might
PlanetSide 2: Player Studio Comes to Auraxis
PlanetSide 2: Player Studio Comes to Auraxis:
Today, SOE is pulling the veil off a brand new feature for MMOFPS Planetside 2: the Player Studio. Already present in EverQuest, the Player Studio will allow
Today, SOE is pulling the veil off a brand new feature for MMOFPS Planetside 2: the Player Studio. Already present in EverQuest, the Player Studio will allow
Meteor not spending any money on advertising Hawken
Meteor not spending any money on advertising Hawken:
Meteor marketing VP Paula Cuneo says, "If a game is really good, it should be all word of mouth"
Meteor marketing VP Paula Cuneo says, "If a game is really good, it should be all word of mouth"
Aika: Zereca’s Plot: Land of Wailing Announced
Aika: Zereca’s Plot: Land of Wailing Announced:
Redbana has announced that the next major content update to Aika Online will arrive in August. Titled "Zereca's Plot: Land of Wailing", the new update will
Redbana has announced that the next major content update to Aika Online will arrive in August. Titled "Zereca's Plot: Land of Wailing", the new update will
Neverwinter Review Diary #4: Time to do some building
Neverwinter Review Diary #4: Time to do some building:
Proper MMORPG reviews are difficult to do. Except for power levelers, the whole idea of playing a game in that genre is that it's a marathon, not a sprint. That
Proper MMORPG reviews are difficult to do. Except for power levelers, the whole idea of playing a game in that genre is that it's a marathon, not a sprint. That
WoW looks to the future as Blizzard stocks surge
WoW looks to the future as Blizzard stocks surge:
Filed under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Interviews, MMO Industry, Subscription Blizzard might be weathering the sting of a 600,000 subscriber loss in World of
Filed under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Interviews, MMO Industry, Subscription Blizzard might be weathering the sting of a 600,000 subscriber loss in World of
Prime World: Open Beta Begins
Prime World: Open Beta Begins:
Nival has announced that the open beta for its newest game, Prime World, has kicked off effective today, Friday, July 26th. Currently the site is down for
Nival has announced that the open beta for its newest game, Prime World, has kicked off effective today, Friday, July 26th. Currently the site is down for
The Week In Gaming Apps, Now With 100 Percent More Video
The Week In Gaming Apps, Now With 100 Percent More Video:
What, you wanted a text Week in Gaming Apps? Well I wanted a pop filter, and I didn't get that, a fact that's p-p-p-painfully evident in this, the first all-video Week in
What, you wanted a text Week in Gaming Apps? Well I wanted a pop filter, and I didn't get that, a fact that's p-p-p-painfully evident in this, the first all-video Week in
Get Defiance for $9.99 on PC | Ten Ton Hammer
Get Defiance for $9.99 on PC | Ten Ton Hammer:
Trion reduces the price of Defiance to help bring more players into the fight for arkfall loot.
Trion reduces the price of Defiance to help bring more players into the fight for arkfall loot.
Zynga must change the fundamentals of its business
Zynga must change the fundamentals of its business:
We look more closely at Zynga's numbers and what new CEO Mattrick has to do
We look more closely at Zynga's numbers and what new CEO Mattrick has to do
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding July 14 - 27, 2013
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding July 14 - 27, 2013:
Filed under: Events (Real-World), MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO Another fortnight down; another MMO hopeful lost.
Filed under: Events (Real-World), MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO Another fortnight down; another MMO hopeful lost.
Betawatch: July 20 - 26, 2013
Betawatch: July 20 - 26, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Depending on whom you talk to, ArcheAge is either an upcoming sandbox game, the one true
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Depending on whom you talk to, ArcheAge is either an upcoming sandbox game, the one true
PES 14, FIFA 14 launching the same day in Americas
PES 14, FIFA 14 launching the same day in Americas:
Konami confirms Pro Evolution Soccer 2014 launching September 24 in Americas alongside FIFA 14; European release uncertain. Konami has
Konami confirms Pro Evolution Soccer 2014 launching September 24 in Americas alongside FIFA 14; European release uncertain. Konami has
Friday, July 26, 2013
Eudemons: Dawn of Romance to Arrive on July 31st!
Eudemons: Dawn of Romance to Arrive on July 31st!:
Everything has an end, but Eudemons will never stop bringing the fans brand-new adventures! This summer, Eudemons Online is set to release a new
Everything has an end, but Eudemons will never stop bringing the fans brand-new adventures! This summer, Eudemons Online is set to release a new
Dopamine dose design: How brain chemicals affect players
Dopamine dose design: How brain chemicals affect players:
Brain chemicals affect the way players play, argues Ramin Shokrizade, who sees the manipulation of this effect necessary to "meet the entertainment
Brain chemicals affect the way players play, argues Ramin Shokrizade, who sees the manipulation of this effect necessary to "meet the entertainment
Ouya expects first million-dollar devs by the year's end
Ouya expects first million-dollar devs by the year's end:
CEO Julie Uhrman defends console's divisive first month on the market
CEO Julie Uhrman defends console's divisive first month on the market
Zynga VP joins gambling start-up
Zynga VP joins gambling start-up:
Ryan Linton joins Betable as chief revenue officer
Ryan Linton joins Betable as chief revenue officer
Zereca's Plot: Land of Wailing Update Is Coming to AIKA Online
Zereca's Plot: Land of Wailing Update Is Coming to AIKA Online:
The upcoming patch update: Zereca's Plot: Land of Wailing is coming to AIKA Online this August, players have brand new content and features to explore and
The upcoming patch update: Zereca's Plot: Land of Wailing is coming to AIKA Online this August, players have brand new content and features to explore and
Difference between NEXMOON and the Competitors
Difference between NEXMOON and the Competitors:
NEXMOON Inc. had the official kick-off of its global marketing services specialized in the game industry, with the headquarter in Seoul, South Korea.
NEXMOON Inc. had the official kick-off of its global marketing services specialized in the game industry, with the headquarter in Seoul, South Korea.
Car Town celebrates third birthday on Facebook with stats and free Blue Points
Car Town celebrates third birthday on Facebook with stats and free Blue Points:
Car Town has reached a huge milestone in the world of Facebook games, reaching its third anniversary with no signs of slowing down. In a world of
Car Town has reached a huge milestone in the world of Facebook games, reaching its third anniversary with no signs of slowing down. In a world of
Google's Chromecast could throw your mobile and browser games onto your TV
Google's Chromecast could throw your mobile and browser games onto your TV:
Google this week announced The Chromecast, a small WiFi-enabled HDMI dongle that may well prove big news for bringing mobile and browser games to
Google this week announced The Chromecast, a small WiFi-enabled HDMI dongle that may well prove big news for bringing mobile and browser games to
Final Fantasy XIV(CN) Gameplay Demo and UI Screenshot
Final Fantasy XIV(CN) Gameplay Demo and UI Screenshot:
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn(CN) has provided gameplay demo at ChinaJoy 2013, FFXIV is published by Shanda Games in China and the demo
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn(CN) has provided gameplay demo at ChinaJoy 2013, FFXIV is published by Shanda Games in China and the demo
Weapons of Mythology Online is Set to Release at the End of This Year
Weapons of Mythology Online is Set to Release at the End of This Year:
A Taiwanese game studio, XPEC Enetertainment, announced on 23rd that its eastern fantasy 3D MMO "Weapons of Mythology" is about to release in Taiwan
A Taiwanese game studio, XPEC Enetertainment, announced on 23rd that its eastern fantasy 3D MMO "Weapons of Mythology" is about to release in Taiwan
Warhammer 40.000: Eternal Crusade: Brand New FAQ Posted to the Official Site
Warhammer 40.000: Eternal Crusade: Brand New FAQ Posted to the Official Site:
Everything you could possibly want to know about Warhammer 40k: Eternal Crusade up to this point in time has been collected and published in a new FAQ on
Everything you could possibly want to know about Warhammer 40k: Eternal Crusade up to this point in time has been collected and published in a new FAQ on
General: Video Gaming Is Pop Culture
General: Video Gaming Is Pop Culture:
At last week's San Diego Comicon, our own Genese Davis participated in a panel entitled "Video Gaming is Pop Culture". She's got a full wrap report
At last week's San Diego Comicon, our own Genese Davis participated in a panel entitled "Video Gaming is Pop Culture". She's got a full wrap report
Ouya owners are freeloaders — only 27 percent pay for games
Ouya owners are freeloaders — only 27 percent pay for games:
The $8-million worth Android microconsole is struggling to gain momentum after launch, and now Ouya chief executive officer...
The $8-million worth Android microconsole is struggling to gain momentum after launch, and now Ouya chief executive officer...
Shadowrun Returns Is The Start Of Endless Amazing Adventures
Shadowrun Returns Is The Start Of Endless Amazing Adventures:
Shadowrun Returns is not simply a PC game based on the popular pen-and-paper cyberpunk-meets-magic role-playing game. It's a digital sourcebook
Shadowrun Returns is not simply a PC game based on the popular pen-and-paper cyberpunk-meets-magic role-playing game. It's a digital sourcebook
PS4 version of War Thunder to be shown at Gamescom, hits three million player mark on PC
PS4 version of War Thunder to be shown at Gamescom, hits three million player mark on PC:
War Thunder, Gaijin Entertainment's World War II based free-to-play MMO, has reached more than three million players,...
War Thunder, Gaijin Entertainment's World War II based free-to-play MMO, has reached more than three million players,...
Atom Shooter Review
Atom Shooter Review:
As long as there have been video games, there have been parents who won't let their children play them. Citing such aspects as ultra-violence, waste of time,
As long as there have been video games, there have been parents who won't let their children play them. Citing such aspects as ultra-violence, waste of time,
City of Steam: Lacking the Inspiration to Be Something More
City of Steam: Lacking the Inspiration to Be Something More:
We've been playing Mechanist Games' City of Steam for the past few weeks and have been sharing some thoughts in our Review in Progress articles. Both articles
We've been playing Mechanist Games' City of Steam for the past few weeks and have been sharing some thoughts in our Review in Progress articles. Both articles
It's Hard To Play Square's Vampire Game When The Hero's This Sexy
It's Hard To Play Square's Vampire Game When The Hero's This Sexy:
While an Unreal Engine 3-powered vampire hunting period piece set in an alternate 19th century Paris may sound pretty compelling, the coolest thing about
While an Unreal Engine 3-powered vampire hunting period piece set in an alternate 19th century Paris may sound pretty compelling, the coolest thing about
The Original Sequel to Prince of Persia Returns After A 20-Year Break
The Original Sequel to Prince of Persia Returns After A 20-Year Break:
We heard a few months back that the 1993 platformer Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame, sequel to the very first PoP game from '89, would get a
We heard a few months back that the 1993 platformer Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame, sequel to the very first PoP game from '89, would get a
Battlefield 4's Battlelog features in-game tablet integration
Battlefield 4's Battlelog features in-game tablet integration:
DICE reveals its new features for the next version of Battlelog. DICE has revealed more details about the next iteration of its social tracking service Battlelog for
DICE reveals its new features for the next version of Battlelog. DICE has revealed more details about the next iteration of its social tracking service Battlelog for
Activision Blizzard breaks off from Vivendi in $8.2 billion deal
Activision Blizzard breaks off from Vivendi in $8.2 billion deal:
The house of Call of Duty, World of Warcraft and Skylanders will spin off of Vivendi to become an independent, publicly traded publisher. ...
The house of Call of Duty, World of Warcraft and Skylanders will spin off of Vivendi to become an independent, publicly traded publisher. ...
Activision Blizzard goes independent as Kotick leads $8.2 billion buyout
Activision Blizzard goes independent as Kotick leads $8.2 billion buyout:
Kotick and Kelly form separate investment group with Tencent as publisher also buys shares
Kotick and Kelly form separate investment group with Tencent as publisher also buys shares
Firefall: Review in Progress #2
Firefall: Review in Progress #2:
Red 5's Firefall has been in our sights for some time, waiting for the time to play. With the launch of the open beta, that time has arrived and we've started our
Red 5's Firefall has been in our sights for some time, waiting for the time to play. With the launch of the open beta, that time has arrived and we've started our
Gameloft first-half sales up 15%
Gameloft first-half sales up 15%:
Mobile publisher reports smartphone and tablet efforts now make up more than half of revenues, expects full-year sales up at least 12%
Mobile publisher reports smartphone and tablet efforts now make up more than half of revenues, expects full-year sales up at least 12%
Conquer Online Launches Jiang Hu: The Chaotic Age Expansion
Conquer Online Launches Jiang Hu: The Chaotic Age Expansion:
The eagerly awaited expansion for 2013, "Jiang Hu: The Chaotic Age", is finally making its debut on July 25th. As the biggest expansion this year for Conquer
The eagerly awaited expansion for 2013, "Jiang Hu: The Chaotic Age", is finally making its debut on July 25th. As the biggest expansion this year for Conquer
DC Universe Online Launches Game Update 28 | Ten Ton Hammer
DC Universe Online Launches Game Update 28 | Ten Ton Hammer:
New quality of life improvements and 2v2 Legends Lair battles hit live servers in DCUO today with GU28.
New quality of life improvements and 2v2 Legends Lair battles hit live servers in DCUO today with GU28.
Neil Gaiman is teaming up with the developers of PB Winterbottom
Neil Gaiman is teaming up with the developers of PB Winterbottom:
Novelist, comics writer and screenwriter Neil Gaiman is partnering with P.B. Winterbottom developer The Odd Gentlemen and publisher Moonshark to
Novelist, comics writer and screenwriter Neil Gaiman is partnering with P.B. Winterbottom developer The Odd Gentlemen and publisher Moonshark to
Zynga’s Q2 2013 earnings report shows losses in revenue, players, and an abandonment of real-money gaming
Zynga’s Q2 2013 earnings report shows losses in revenue, players, and an abandonment of real-money gaming:
Zynga today reported its Q2 2013 earnings, with the social and mobile game developer announcing losses of revenue, a decreasing player base, and
Zynga today reported its Q2 2013 earnings, with the social and mobile game developer announcing losses of revenue, a decreasing player base, and
Team-based Horror FPS F.E.A.R. Online Is Back with A Vengeance
Team-based Horror FPS F.E.A.R. Online Is Back with A Vengeance:
Aeria Games has announce that the team-based horror FPS F.E.A.R. Online is back with a vengeance! Fans of the series will now be accessible to free your
Aeria Games has announce that the team-based horror FPS F.E.A.R. Online is back with a vengeance! Fans of the series will now be accessible to free your
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Bee Cave Games nets $1.3 million in funding
Bee Cave Games nets $1.3 million in funding:
Online casino dev gathers momentum, will invest in promotion and growth
Online casino dev gathers momentum, will invest in promotion and growth
PopCap: Arrogance is the enemy of a franchise
PopCap: Arrogance is the enemy of a franchise:
Hubris will kill your evergreen IP says founder, as he reveals why the company walked away from Zuma
Hubris will kill your evergreen IP says founder, as he reveals why the company walked away from Zuma
Ouya games sales may be small, but research opportunity remains
Ouya games sales may be small, but research opportunity remains:
The Ouya Android games console is a proven success at raising money: $8.6m on crowdfunding site Kickstarter followed by a $15m funding round from venture capital firms.
The Ouya Android games console is a proven success at raising money: $8.6m on crowdfunding site Kickstarter followed by a $15m funding round from venture capital firms.
New Character Unleashed in MapleStory: Demon Avenger
New Character Unleashed in MapleStory: Demon Avenger:
The latest addition to Nexon's beloved 2D side-scrolling MMORPG, MapleStory, is the fierce Demon Avenger. Continue reading New Character Unleashed in
The latest addition to Nexon's beloved 2D side-scrolling MMORPG, MapleStory, is the fierce Demon Avenger. Continue reading New Character Unleashed in
General: Excalibur Announced
General: Excalibur Announced:
R2Games has announced a new partnership with Chinese company Beijing Elex to release the mobile MMO, Excalibur, to the Western marketplace.
R2Games has announced a new partnership with Chinese company Beijing Elex to release the mobile MMO, Excalibur, to the Western marketplace.
How Hawken's community manager got his team to embrace player feedback
How Hawken's community manager got his team to embrace player feedback:
This post outlines the PULSE system for surfacing player feedback to the dev team -- created by Evan Berman, community manager on Tera and Hawken. ...
This post outlines the PULSE system for surfacing player feedback to the dev team -- created by Evan Berman, community manager on Tera and Hawken. ...
Supercell: "You have to do what's right for players"
Supercell: "You have to do what's right for players":
Ilkka Paananen calls for free-to-play developers to be pro-active
Ilkka Paananen calls for free-to-play developers to be pro-active
Black Gold's Chinese business model built on loot locks
Black Gold's Chinese business model built on loot locks:
Filed under: Business Models, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Steampunk, Black Gold Black Gold Online, Snail
Filed under: Business Models, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Steampunk, Black Gold Black Gold Online, Snail
That was fast: Deadly Premonition, Divekick, and Among the Sleep approved on Steam Greenlight
That was fast: Deadly Premonition, Divekick, and Among the Sleep approved on Steam Greenlight:
Well, that didn't take long. Deadly Premonition: The Director's Cut and other Steam Greenlight hopefuls have earned...
Well, that didn't take long. Deadly Premonition: The Director's Cut and other Steam Greenlight hopefuls have earned...
More than 5 million people log into Facebook to play Stick Run every month.
More than 5 million people log into Facebook to play Stick Run every month.:
More than 5 million people log into Facebook to play Stick Run every month. Now that it's also available on iOS and Android, they never have to stop. Read
More than 5 million people log into Facebook to play Stick Run every month. Now that it's also available on iOS and Android, they never have to stop. Read
Blog: Great game, players agree, but nobody's buying it
Blog: Great game, players agree, but nobody's buying it:
Crabitron has gotten fantastic feedback from players -- but nobody seems to be buying, writes developer John Millard. Why not? He has some thoughts. ...
Crabitron has gotten fantastic feedback from players -- but nobody seems to be buying, writes developer John Millard. Why not? He has some thoughts. ...
JoyBits' Doodle series surpasses 100m downloads; new updates and games announced
JoyBits' Doodle series surpasses 100m downloads; new updates and games announced:
JoyBits has announced today that their popular elemental puzzle series Doodle (currently comprised of Doodle God, Doodle Devil, and Doodle Farm) has
JoyBits has announced today that their popular elemental puzzle series Doodle (currently comprised of Doodle God, Doodle Devil, and Doodle Farm) has
Frank Gibeau on next-gen transitions and mobile gaming
Frank Gibeau on next-gen transitions and mobile gaming:
EA Games Label president says that Frostbite engine makes for "efficient and low-risk development"; EA brand power gives them "an unfair advantage in a
EA Games Label president says that Frostbite engine makes for "efficient and low-risk development"; EA brand power gives them "an unfair advantage in a
Gun Monkeys drops price to keep multiplayer-only game active
Gun Monkeys drops price to keep multiplayer-only game active:
Size Five Games slashes price of multiplayer-only title Gun Monkeys weeks after launch to promote growth of online community. Indie multiplayer
Size Five Games slashes price of multiplayer-only title Gun Monkeys weeks after launch to promote growth of online community. Indie multiplayer
General: Selling Gear for Cash
General: Selling Gear for Cash:
Player vs Player is a new column at MMORPG.com to offer opposing viewpoints on hot topics in the MMO space. In today's column, we take a look
Player vs Player is a new column at MMORPG.com to offer opposing viewpoints on hot topics in the MMO space. In today's column, we take a look
408 Fruit Ninja clones: How does China deal with its mobile problems?
408 Fruit Ninja clones: How does China deal with its mobile problems?:
Strict regulation of an online store can be good for growth, argues China Telecom
Strict regulation of an online store can be good for growth, argues China Telecom
Arkadium partners with Big Fish, brings Mahjongg Dimensions Unblocked to iOS
Arkadium partners with Big Fish, brings Mahjongg Dimensions Unblocked to iOS:
New York based developer Arkadium has expanded on its popular Mahjongg Dimensions brand with the help of Big Fish Games, as the pair has launched
New York based developer Arkadium has expanded on its popular Mahjongg Dimensions brand with the help of Big Fish Games, as the pair has launched
Coming soon to a console near you: MMOs
Coming soon to a console near you: MMOs:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, Previews, PvP, PvE, Free-to-Play, Consoles, Casual, MMOFPS, Free Realms, DC Universe
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, Previews, PvP, PvE, Free-to-Play, Consoles, Casual, MMOFPS, Free Realms, DC Universe
New iOS Games Tonight: TurtleStrike, Sky Tourist and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: TurtleStrike, Sky Tourist and more!:
Sometimes I never know what to say in these opening sentences before we get to all of the awesome looking new iOS games that are headed to the App Store
Sometimes I never know what to say in these opening sentences before we get to all of the awesome looking new iOS games that are headed to the App Store
PlanetSide 2 Deploys Game Update 13 | Ten Ton Hammer
PlanetSide 2 Deploys Game Update 13 | Ten Ton Hammer:
PlanetSide 2 rolls out its latest update to bring a revamp to Esamir, improve infantry, make new balance changes, and much more.
PlanetSide 2 rolls out its latest update to bring a revamp to Esamir, improve infantry, make new balance changes, and much more.
World of Tanks 8.7 Update Blasts Its Way to Live Servers | Ten Ton Hammer
World of Tanks 8.7 Update Blasts Its Way to Live Servers | Ten Ton Hammer:
World of Tanks rolls its latest tanks off the assembly line along with a new battlefield map.
World of Tanks rolls its latest tanks off the assembly line along with a new battlefield map.
FIFA Online 3 coming to Thailand and Vietnam, EA's biggest retail partner last quarter was Apple
EA's biggest retail partner last quarter was Apple:
EA's digital revenues are outpacing its retail sales. As part of its quarterly earnings call yesterday, the publisher said it was Apple that drove digital gains.
EA's digital revenues are outpacing its retail sales. As part of its quarterly earnings call yesterday, the publisher said it was Apple that drove digital gains.
Blizzard, SOE vets form Molten Games
Blizzard, SOE vets form Molten Games:
New San Diego-based studio looking to combine free-to-play and AAA with millions in funding from NCsoft
New San Diego-based studio looking to combine free-to-play and AAA with millions in funding from NCsoft
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
FIFA Online 3 leading revenue and traffic in Korea
FIFA Online 3 leading revenue and traffic in Korea:
Free-to-play game at the top of sports charts, EA inks deal with Tencent to take it to China
Free-to-play game at the top of sports charts, EA inks deal with Tencent to take it to China
Top Players in Mobile for June 2013
Top Players in Mobile for June 2013:
Google revenues from Android game apps continues to slowly close in on what Apple is making. Looking at global game revenues for June 2013 in their respective app stores, Google Play now stands at 41 percent of revenues compared to the iOS App Store. A year ago, Google revenues were only about 19 percent of what Apple was making. On downloads Google Play leads iOS in most countries except the US and Japan. In Western Europe, growth of Google Play in terms of both revenues and downloads has accelerated significantly over the past few months.
Google revenues from Android game apps continues to slowly close in on what Apple is making. Looking at global game revenues for June 2013 in their respective app stores, Google Play now stands at 41 percent of revenues compared to the iOS App Store. A year ago, Google revenues were only about 19 percent of what Apple was making. On downloads Google Play leads iOS in most countries except the US and Japan. In Western Europe, growth of Google Play in terms of both revenues and downloads has accelerated significantly over the past few months.
US digital games market update: June 2013
US digital games market update: June 2013:
With the announcements of next generation hardware behind us, the overall digital games market recovered from last month and totaled $841 million across all categories. The free-to-play category–consisting of social, mobile and MMO–grew 9% to $489 million, year-over-year.
With the announcements of next generation hardware behind us, the overall digital games market recovered from last month and totaled $841 million across all categories. The free-to-play category–consisting of social, mobile and MMO–grew 9% to $489 million, year-over-year.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Uniana 3D action MORPG “LAF” holds beta test from July 22 to 28.
Minecraft dev's next game sells 100,000 copies
Minecraft dev's next game sells 100,000 copies:
Collectible card game Scrolls hits new sales milestone during paid beta period, driving $2,000,000 in revenue. The latest title from Minecraft developer Mojang--
Collectible card game Scrolls hits new sales milestone during paid beta period, driving $2,000,000 in revenue. The latest title from Minecraft developer Mojang--
Playtox brings My Farm to the US, increases focus on HTML5
Playtox brings My Farm to the US, increases focus on HTML5:
Browser game developer Playtox has announced the US launch of its successful massively multiplayer online (MMO) game My Farm. The mobile
Browser game developer Playtox has announced the US launch of its successful massively multiplayer online (MMO) game My Farm. The mobile
Crytek, Silent Hunter Online talks late additions to GDC Europe 2013
Crytek, Silent Hunter Online talks late additions to GDC Europe 2013:
Talks on the 3D rendering engine for Silent Hunter Online, Crytek's people management strategy and how to succeed on Facebook with a 'hardcore'
Talks on the 3D rendering engine for Silent Hunter Online, Crytek's people management strategy and how to succeed on Facebook with a 'hardcore'
Gameglobe Diary #2: The Trouble with Trees
Gameglobe Diary #2: The Trouble with Trees:
Gameglobe is a game creation engine and community developed by Square Enix and Bigpoint. The browser-based builder launched in closed beta in
Gameglobe is a game creation engine and community developed by Square Enix and Bigpoint. The browser-based builder launched in closed beta in
Star Conflict adds a fleet of tier five ships
Star Conflict adds a fleet of tier five ships:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Patches, Free-to-Play, Browser While it soft launched on Steam a while back, Star Conflict is still in technical beta, awaiting a technical kiss
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Patches, Free-to-Play, Browser While it soft launched on Steam a while back, Star Conflict is still in technical beta, awaiting a technical kiss
Bonsai Warriors Preview
Bonsai Warriors Preview:
Chop Chop Ninja is moving outside the old familiar dojo this summer with Bonsai Warriors, a new social and action strategy game from Gamerizon that has
Chop Chop Ninja is moving outside the old familiar dojo this summer with Bonsai Warriors, a new social and action strategy game from Gamerizon that has
Lego And Cartoon Network Partner On Mixels, A New Cross-Platform Franchise About “Unlimited Combinations”
Lego And Cartoon Network Partner On Mixels, A New Cross-Platform Franchise About “Unlimited Combinations”:
Take a company known for imaginative toys, and one known for imaginative cartoons, and it should make the creative kids in your life pretty happy. Lego’s
Take a company known for imaginative toys, and one known for imaginative cartoons, and it should make the creative kids in your life pretty happy. Lego’s
Zynga and Hasbro release KRE-O CityVille Invasion game, real world play-sets
Zynga and Hasbro release KRE-O CityVille Invasion game, real world play-sets:
The latest offering from the Zynga and Hasbro merchandising deal has now seen the light, as the pair’s KRE-O CityVille Invasion game has launched on
The latest offering from the Zynga and Hasbro merchandising deal has now seen the light, as the pair’s KRE-O CityVille Invasion game has launched on
Final Fantasy "Go THERE" Collaboration Campaign Detail
Final Fantasy "Go THERE" Collaboration Campaign Detail:
Last week, Square Enix has launched the Final Fantasy "Go There" collaboration campaign, there has been news floating around the web that Square Enix might
Last week, Square Enix has launched the Final Fantasy "Go There" collaboration campaign, there has been news floating around the web that Square Enix might
Fiesta Online: Crusader Class to Deploy This Week
Fiesta Online: Crusader Class to Deploy This Week:
Gamigo has announced that the Crusader class will be added to Fiesta Online later this week. The Crusader is an elf class that is accessible at level 60
Gamigo has announced that the Crusader class will be added to Fiesta Online later this week. The Crusader is an elf class that is accessible at level 60
Flyro Review
Flyro Review:
A capitalist mad scientist mouse has frozen a tropical avian paradise to boost his region's tourism. Breaking free from your frozen prison using powers you
A capitalist mad scientist mouse has frozen a tropical avian paradise to boost his region's tourism. Breaking free from your frozen prison using powers you
Saturn Defense Review
Saturn Defense Review:
In the future, all of Earth's resources have been depleted, forcing mankind into space to search for alternative energy solutions. The rings and moons of
In the future, all of Earth's resources have been depleted, forcing mankind into space to search for alternative energy solutions. The rings and moons of
Playdemic expands Village Life with new lands, iOS development
Playdemic expands Village Life with new lands, iOS development:
Playdemic’s Village Life serves as the poster child for Zynga’s partner network, as the independent developer partnered with Zynga to bring its life simulation
Playdemic’s Village Life serves as the poster child for Zynga’s partner network, as the independent developer partnered with Zynga to bring its life simulation
Xbox certification unacceptable for free-to-play, says World of Tanks dev
Xbox certification unacceptable for free-to-play, says World of Tanks dev:
"One of the biggest challenges with Microsoft was the QA process and certification process takes an extremely long time. Totally unacceptable for a
"One of the biggest challenges with Microsoft was the QA process and certification process takes an extremely long time. Totally unacceptable for a
New Defiance Executive Producer Outlines the Road Ahead | Ten Ton Hammer
New Defiance Executive Producer Outlines the Road Ahead | Ten Ton Hammer:
Chris Lena takes over as executive producer and tells us all about the Castithan Charge Pack and the future of Defiance.
Chris Lena takes over as executive producer and tells us all about the Castithan Charge Pack and the future of Defiance.
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn would be shut down without a subscription plan, says Naoki Yoshida
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn would be shut down without a subscription plan, says Naoki Yoshida:
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn has just finished its Phase 3 beta, and its release date is just a little over a month...
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn has just finished its Phase 3 beta, and its release date is just a little over a month...
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Beta 4 Registration Information
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Beta 4 Registration Information:
Square Enix has announced that registration for Beta 4 for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn will close on July 30th. Players who previously applied and
Square Enix has announced that registration for Beta 4 for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn will close on July 30th. Players who previously applied and
The latest on mobile game usage in China
The latest on mobile game usage in China:
With China now beating out the U.S. as the largest and fastest-growing mobile market, a new report from Flurry suggests China is the place to be for
With China now beating out the U.S. as the largest and fastest-growing mobile market, a new report from Flurry suggests China is the place to be for
Zombies!!! Review
Zombies!!! Review:
The original board game of Zombies!!! was a very divisive title. On the one hand, everyone loves the hungry undead, and the game somehow managed to cram a
The original board game of Zombies!!! was a very divisive title. On the one hand, everyone loves the hungry undead, and the game somehow managed to cram a
This Sounds Like The Coolest X-Men Game Ever... Oh, Wait.
This Sounds Like The Coolest X-Men Game Ever... Oh, Wait.:
They had me at drawing on heroes and villains from the X-Men's past, present and future. Then they lost me. Read more...
They had me at drawing on heroes and villains from the X-Men's past, present and future. Then they lost me. Read more...
Record-Setting iPhone Sales, But Declning iPad Numbers Reported In Apple's Third-Quarter Earnings
Record-Setting iPhone Sales, But Declning iPad Numbers Reported In Apple's Third-Quarter Earnings:
The tech giant sold 31 million iPhones, a third-quarter record, but iPad sales decreased from last year's 17 million to 14.6 million. In Apple's just-released
The tech giant sold 31 million iPhones, a third-quarter record, but iPad sales decreased from last year's 17 million to 14.6 million. In Apple's just-released
Apple was EA's largest retail partner last quarter
Apple was EA's largest retail partner last quarter:
COO Peter Moore says iPhone maker was publisher's biggest retailer partner for sales for the first time during June quarter. Apple was Electronic Arts'
COO Peter Moore says iPhone maker was publisher's biggest retailer partner for sales for the first time during June quarter. Apple was Electronic Arts'
EA earnings flat in Q1 as digital sales continue to rise
EA earnings flat in Q1 as digital sales continue to rise:
Mobile titles like The Simpsons: Tapped Out and Real Racing 3 boost digital, as Origin accounts hit 50m, 22m of which are mobile
Mobile titles like The Simpsons: Tapped Out and Real Racing 3 boost digital, as Origin accounts hit 50m, 22m of which are mobile
Massively exclusive: Hands-on with ArcheAge's Japanese open beta
Massively exclusive: Hands-on with ArcheAge's Japanese open beta:
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, Roleplaying, First Impressions,
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, Roleplaying, First Impressions,
Korean MOBA Core Masters Is Coming to Western Market
Korean MOBA Core Masters Is Coming to Western Market:
Following the JP server announcement, the highly anticipated Korean MOBA Core Masters was finally announced for the western markets yesterday. Rock Hippo
Following the JP server announcement, the highly anticipated Korean MOBA Core Masters was finally announced for the western markets yesterday. Rock Hippo
Zattikka struggles to meet loan payments
Zattikka struggles to meet loan payments:
UK online firm raises possibility of administration as Hattrick demands loan payment
UK online firm raises possibility of administration as Hattrick demands loan payment
Aion: 4.0 Breathes Life into Atreia
Aion: 4.0 Breathes Life into Atreia:
Aion recently updated with a massive patch, bringing the game to v4.0. We've had wings in the air to check out the update and are ready to offer some
Aion recently updated with a massive patch, bringing the game to v4.0. We've had wings in the air to check out the update and are ready to offer some
Strong 3DS sales lead to Nintendo's highest share price in 2 years
Strong 3DS sales lead to Nintendo's highest share price in 2 years:
At the close of Tokyo trading yesterday, Nintendo's share price finished up at the highest it has been in two years, thanks to strong Nintendo 3DS sales. ...
At the close of Tokyo trading yesterday, Nintendo's share price finished up at the highest it has been in two years, thanks to strong Nintendo 3DS sales. ...
Breach & Clear Review
Breach & Clear Review:
Mobile gamers are used to seeing the occasional "Coming soon" message. A precedent made famous by the Angry Birds series, mobile developers have
Mobile gamers are used to seeing the occasional "Coming soon" message. A precedent made famous by the Angry Birds series, mobile developers have
Ravenmark: Mercenaries Review
Ravenmark: Mercenaries Review:
Witching Hour Studios doesn't play when it comes to its strategy games. After blessing mobile gamers with the well-received Ravenmark: Scourge of
Witching Hour Studios doesn't play when it comes to its strategy games. After blessing mobile gamers with the well-received Ravenmark: Scourge of
General: Dragon Eternity Released to the West
General: Dragon Eternity Released to the West:
Game Insight North America has announced the release of Dragon Eternity, an MMO with over 1,300 quests and the ability for players to partner with
Game Insight North America has announced the release of Dragon Eternity, an MMO with over 1,300 quests and the ability for players to partner with
Fight for your chosen candidate in Guild Wars 2's Cutthroat Politics update
Fight for your chosen candidate in Guild Wars 2's Cutthroat Politics update:
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, Previews, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play Whether you're a fan of the Black Lion Trading Company's Evon Gnashblade or you're
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, Previews, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play Whether you're a fan of the Black Lion Trading Company's Evon Gnashblade or you're
Recently, the rights to several classic game franchises, including Master of Orion, Total Annihilati
Recently, the rights to several classic game franchises, including Master of Orion, Total Annihilati:
Recently, the rights to several classic game franchises, including Master of Orion, Total Annihilation, and Star Control, were auctioned off following
Recently, the rights to several classic game franchises, including Master of Orion, Total Annihilation, and Star Control, were auctioned off following
'Just be human': PR tips from Papo & Yo's community manager
'Just be human': PR tips from Papo & Yo's community manager:
Working on community management for Papo & Yo was incredibly rewarding, writes Deborah Chantson -- and here, she offers her tips for interacting with
Working on community management for Papo & Yo was incredibly rewarding, writes Deborah Chantson -- and here, she offers her tips for interacting with
Hasbro grows game business
Hasbro grows game business:
Toy company reports gave revenue up 19 per cent year on year
Toy company reports gave revenue up 19 per cent year on year
What Facebook Learned From Building 3,000 Apps For “Dumb” Phones
What Facebook Learned From Building 3,000 Apps For “Dumb” Phones:
Facebook isn’t taking recent news that it’s losing subscribers sitting down. On the contrary, the social giant is trying its hand at tapping the largest market in the
Facebook isn’t taking recent news that it’s losing subscribers sitting down. On the contrary, the social giant is trying its hand at tapping the largest market in the
This Game Kicks In Tactical Strategy's Door, Takes A Bullet
This Game Kicks In Tactical Strategy's Door, Takes A Bullet:
I love that door-kicking moment. In a military first-person shooter, it's the moment when you rush into the room and everything goes all slow-motion —
I love that door-kicking moment. In a military first-person shooter, it's the moment when you rush into the room and everything goes all slow-motion —
RIFT 3.0 will increase level cap, possibly introduce PvP dimensions
RIFT 3.0 will increase level cap, possibly introduce PvP dimensions:
Filed under: Fantasy, Expansions, PvP, Free-to-Play, RIFT Excitement is building for RIFT 3.0, the unnamed second expansion for the game. While we've
Filed under: Fantasy, Expansions, PvP, Free-to-Play, RIFT Excitement is building for RIFT 3.0, the unnamed second expansion for the game. While we've
Bloons TD Battles Review
Bloons TD Battles Review:
Monkeys that live in the jungle and in zoos are infamous for throwing, uh, stuff. Stuff of their own making. Fortunately, video games can do wonders for a
Monkeys that live in the jungle and in zoos are infamous for throwing, uh, stuff. Stuff of their own making. Fortunately, video games can do wonders for a
Fizzy Factory Review
Fizzy Factory Review:
There's no shortage of Arukone-inspired puzzles on the App Store: Flow Free is the most well-known, but games like Wire Storm, Number Link, and Lost Cubes all
There's no shortage of Arukone-inspired puzzles on the App Store: Flow Free is the most well-known, but games like Wire Storm, Number Link, and Lost Cubes all
Captain's Log: Interview with Star Trek Online's Daniel Stahl, part one
Captain's Log: Interview with Star Trek Online's Daniel Stahl, part one:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Culture, Expansions, Interviews, Opinion, Star Trek Online, Captain's Log This week I continue the series of interviews I conducted with Star
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Culture, Expansions, Interviews, Opinion, Star Trek Online, Captain's Log This week I continue the series of interviews I conducted with Star
Unity now supports Windows Phone 8, Windows Store and BlackBerry 10
Unity now supports Windows Phone 8, Windows Store and BlackBerry 10:
Popular game engine creator Unity Technologies today launched the latest version of its Unity engine, adding support for Windows Phone 8, Windows
Popular game engine creator Unity Technologies today launched the latest version of its Unity engine, adding support for Windows Phone 8, Windows
GDC 2014 adds board members, calls for talk submissions
GDC 2014 adds board members, calls for talk submissions:
Organizers have opened talk submissions for next March's GDC 2014 through August 29th, also adding Light & Dark Arts' Christina Coffin and TinyCo's
Organizers have opened talk submissions for next March's GDC 2014 through August 29th, also adding Light & Dark Arts' Christina Coffin and TinyCo's
Top Five Online Android Games You Can't Miss
Top Five Online Android Games You Can't Miss:
Speaking of mobile games, what will you think of? I used to think that mobile games are all of single player modes, but actually, they are not. Today, we are going
Speaking of mobile games, what will you think of? I used to think that mobile games are all of single player modes, but actually, they are not. Today, we are going
Designing for extrinsically motivated players
Designing for extrinsically motivated players:
Different players have different motivations for playing -- and some are motivated by the potential of what they can get out of your system. This blog post
Different players have different motivations for playing -- and some are motivated by the potential of what they can get out of your system. This blog post
The Ouya Experience: What game developers think so far
The Ouya Experience: What game developers think so far:
Ouya developers behind games such as Super Crate Box, DubWars and Organ Trail sound off on their experience with the recently-launched console. ...
Ouya developers behind games such as Super Crate Box, DubWars and Organ Trail sound off on their experience with the recently-launched console. ...
Fantasy Frontier to Enter Closed Beta on August 1
Fantasy Frontier to Enter Closed Beta on August 1:
Taiwanese fantasy MMORPG Fantasy Frontier has just ended its core closed beta test, X-Legend Entertainment announces that the game will kick off
Taiwanese fantasy MMORPG Fantasy Frontier has just ended its core closed beta test, X-Legend Entertainment announces that the game will kick off
EVE Evolved: Is DUST 514 a pay-to-win game?
EVE Evolved: Is DUST 514 a pay-to-win game?:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, Business Models, Economy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, EVE
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, Business Models, Economy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, EVE
Hi-Rez's Todd Harris argues Tribes: Ascend is a 'complete' and 'content-rich' experience
Hi-Rez's Todd Harris argues Tribes: Ascend is a 'complete' and 'content-rich' experience:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Interviews, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS We reported earlier this week that Hi-Rez decided to stop updating
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Interviews, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS We reported earlier this week that Hi-Rez decided to stop updating
Star Trek Online state of the game update talks Season 8, reputation, and more
Star Trek Online state of the game update talks Season 8, reputation, and more:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, Star Trek Online, Free-to-Play Star Trek Online executive producer Dan Stahl has posted
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, Star Trek Online, Free-to-Play Star Trek Online executive producer Dan Stahl has posted
CrossFire: Summer Heat Wave Achievement System Announced
CrossFire: Summer Heat Wave Achievement System Announced:
CrossFire introduces a brand new achievement system with over 25 achievements for the players to accomplish. The summer heat will rise
CrossFire introduces a brand new achievement system with over 25 achievements for the players to accomplish. The summer heat will rise
Only 20 of Gentlemen's 3,000 Android players paid for the game
Only 20 of Gentlemen's 3,000 Android players paid for the game:
A report over at Indie Statik about Lucky Frame's title Gentlemen! and Android piracy piqued my interest because, well,...
A report over at Indie Statik about Lucky Frame's title Gentlemen! and Android piracy piqued my interest because, well,...
Nuclear Outrun Review
Nuclear Outrun Review:
All of us harbor a deep-rooted fear of nuclear war. The prospect of a superpower losing control, pushing the button, and leaving us with a world of
All of us harbor a deep-rooted fear of nuclear war. The prospect of a superpower losing control, pushing the button, and leaving us with a world of
Game Developers' New Covenant
Game Developers' New Covenant:
Sergey Titov on the challenges of surviving a new age of development and how studios must "form a marriage with gamers"
Sergey Titov on the challenges of surviving a new age of development and how studios must "form a marriage with gamers"
Dota 2 now available on Mac and Linux
Dota 2 now available on Mac and Linux:
Latest MOBA update also includes new Earthshaker model and effects, along with new user interface and gameplay tweaks. Valve's MOBA title Dota 2 is now
Latest MOBA update also includes new Earthshaker model and effects, along with new user interface and gameplay tweaks. Valve's MOBA title Dota 2 is now
Ryse: Son of Rome gets an interactive comic, earn in-game items for Xbox One
Ryse: Son of Rome gets an interactive comic, earn in-game items for Xbox One:
Xbox One exclusive Ryse: Son of Rome has received a new interactive digital comic that not only gives you a background of...
Xbox One exclusive Ryse: Son of Rome has received a new interactive digital comic that not only gives you a background of...
Firefall: Review in Progress #1
Firefall: Review in Progress #1:
Now that we've had some time to get down and dirty in Red 5's Firefall, it's time to start our Review in Progress series. We kick it off today with our first thoughts
Now that we've had some time to get down and dirty in Red 5's Firefall, it's time to start our Review in Progress series. We kick it off today with our first thoughts
Game consoles' sluggish sales demand a price cut
Game consoles' sluggish sales demand a price cut:
NPD numbers show hardware is hurting; time for the Big Three to cut prices in advance of the holiday season
NPD numbers show hardware is hurting; time for the Big Three to cut prices in advance of the holiday season
End of Nations: Executive Producer Speaks on Revival as Tactical MOBA
End of Nations: Executive Producer Speaks on Revival as Tactical MOBA:
The RTSGuru team caught up with Scot Lane, the Executive Producer on End of Nations to chat about the game's complete revamping and revival as a F2P
The RTSGuru team caught up with Scot Lane, the Executive Producer on End of Nations to chat about the game's complete revamping and revival as a F2P
Sine Mora Review
Sine Mora Review:
Sine Mora was released last year on consoles and PC to a combination of critical praise, but still mostly flew under the radar. Over a year later, the bullet hell-
Sine Mora was released last year on consoles and PC to a combination of critical praise, but still mostly flew under the radar. Over a year later, the bullet hell-
The Nexus Telegraph: WildStar's dirty little secret races
The Nexus Telegraph: WildStar's dirty little secret races:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Lore, Races, WildStar, The Nexus Telegraph I'm of two minds about the last two races in WildStar. And I'll be honest, the first mind
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Lore, Races, WildStar, The Nexus Telegraph I'm of two minds about the last two races in WildStar. And I'll be honest, the first mind
Prime World: Open Beta to Kick Off July 26th
Prime World: Open Beta to Kick Off July 26th:
Folks who've been looking forward to the Prime World open beta only have a few more days to wait. According to the official Prime World forums, the open beta will
Folks who've been looking forward to the Prime World open beta only have a few more days to wait. According to the official Prime World forums, the open beta will
Marvel Heroes: Big Numbers, Big Update, Big News
Marvel Heroes: Big Numbers, Big Update, Big News:
Gazillion Entertainment made a trio of announcements at this week's San Diego Comicon. According to the team, over 1.5 million users have registered to
Gazillion Entertainment made a trio of announcements at this week's San Diego Comicon. According to the team, over 1.5 million users have registered to
EverQuest II: The Darkness Dawns Today
EverQuest II: The Darkness Dawns Today:
The latest in a long string of updates to EverQuest 2, Darkness Dawns, is slated to hit live service today, July 23rd. We were able to attend a tour of Darkness
The latest in a long string of updates to EverQuest 2, Darkness Dawns, is slated to hit live service today, July 23rd. We were able to attend a tour of Darkness
Ex-Eidos Boss Slams Square Enix
Ex-Eidos Boss Slams Square Enix:
Ex-Eidos Montreal boss Stephane D'Astous, who left the studio last Friday, has come out firing shots at his former parent company.Read more...
Ex-Eidos Montreal boss Stephane D'Astous, who left the studio last Friday, has come out firing shots at his former parent company.Read more...
Analysis: How Puzzle & Dragons' free-to-play design makes money
Analysis: How Puzzle & Dragons' free-to-play design makes money:
Mobile game hit Puzzles & Dragons is bringing in hundreds of millions of dollars in sales -- but is it making the money through coercive monetization, or
Mobile game hit Puzzles & Dragons is bringing in hundreds of millions of dollars in sales -- but is it making the money through coercive monetization, or
Overseas localization can be worthwhile - even for a small indie game
Overseas localization can be worthwhile - even for a small indie game:
Christine Love saw unprecedented success for her game Analogue: A Hate Story after Korean audiences took to it, leading to a full, official localization. ...
Christine Love saw unprecedented success for her game Analogue: A Hate Story after Korean audiences took to it, leading to a full, official localization. ...
General: Revival - New Sandbox MMO Announced
General: Revival - New Sandbox MMO Announced:
Revival is a new sandbox MMO just announced by IllFonic. According to a new report over at ShogunGamer.com, the team is creating Revival out of a
Revival is a new sandbox MMO just announced by IllFonic. According to a new report over at ShogunGamer.com, the team is creating Revival out of a
RuneScape 3 goes live
RuneScape 3 goes live:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (In-Game), Launches, RuneScape, Free-to-Play, Browser This ain't your slightly-older-brother's RuneScape, folks; RuneScape
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (In-Game), Launches, RuneScape, Free-to-Play, Browser This ain't your slightly-older-brother's RuneScape, folks; RuneScape
Survarium: Open Beta for Russian Countries by the End of 2013
Survarium: Open Beta for Russian Countries by the End of 2013:
Vostok Games, developer of the MMOFPS Survarium is going to launch the open beta (PvP mode only) for Russian-speaking countries by the end of 2013.
Vostok Games, developer of the MMOFPS Survarium is going to launch the open beta (PvP mode only) for Russian-speaking countries by the end of 2013.
Elsword Releases New Character Elesis Gameplay
Elsword Releases New Character Elesis Gameplay:
New character Elesis was released today on the Korean version of Elsword. Elesis is good at using her sword, and she can transform to Saber Knight and Pyro
New character Elesis was released today on the Korean version of Elsword. Elesis is good at using her sword, and she can transform to Saber Knight and Pyro
There's a New Star Ocean Game. But Don't Get Excited Yet.
There's a New Star Ocean Game. But Don't Get Excited Yet.:
Hey, guess what! There's a new Star Ocean coming out in Japan. But it's probably not what you expect. Read more...
Hey, guess what! There's a new Star Ocean coming out in Japan. But it's probably not what you expect. Read more...
Zynga launches strategy game Dojo Mojo on Facebook
Zynga launches strategy game Dojo Mojo on Facebook:
Zynga has released its newest game on Facebook: Dojo Mojo, the company’s second action strategy game, following Empires & Allies. Dojo Mojo challenges
Zynga has released its newest game on Facebook: Dojo Mojo, the company’s second action strategy game, following Empires & Allies. Dojo Mojo challenges
Betawatch: July 13 - 19, 2013
Betawatch: July 13 - 19, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous What a long and strange road it's been, End of Nations. At first you were an MMORTS;
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous What a long and strange road it's been, End of Nations. At first you were an MMORTS;
SMITE God Reveal - Chang'e, Faerie of The Moon
SMITE God Reveal - Chang'e, Faerie of The Moon:
The latest SMITE god has been revealed; Chang'e, Faerie of The Moon. She seems to be a support hero allowing her to heal allies as well as stun opponents from a
The latest SMITE god has been revealed; Chang'e, Faerie of The Moon. She seems to be a support hero allowing her to heal allies as well as stun opponents from a
Death knell sounds for RaiderZ EU
Death knell sounds for RaiderZ EU:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (Real-World), News Items, Free-to-Play, Sunsets In a move that apparently doesn't surprise some players, RaiderZ
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (Real-World), News Items, Free-to-Play, Sunsets In a move that apparently doesn't surprise some players, RaiderZ
Not So Massively: Path of Exile's Twitch integration, Prime World's open beta, and Elite's IPO
Not So Massively: Path of Exile's Twitch integration, Prime World's open beta, and Elite's IPO:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, Interviews, MMO Industry, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, Interviews, MMO Industry, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News
Friday, July 19, 2013
Minor layoffs at Jagex as publisher refocuses on Runescape, Transformers
Minor layoffs at Jagex as publisher refocuses on Runescape, Transformers:
10 staff lose jobs as "experimental projects" dropped
10 staff lose jobs as "experimental projects" dropped
KLab raises $9.3 million from new investors
KLab raises $9.3 million from new investors:
Japanese mobile firm raises capital from two sources, poised to start marketing push
Japanese mobile firm raises capital from two sources, poised to start marketing push
Chris Sawyer on his reentry back into video games
Chris Sawyer on his reentry back into video games:
Industry veteran Chris Sawyer has a new studio, and a re-envisioning of an old game. Here, he discusses 31X Ltd, the new Transport Tycoon, and why his
Industry veteran Chris Sawyer has a new studio, and a re-envisioning of an old game. Here, he discusses 31X Ltd, the new Transport Tycoon, and why his
How an Australian mobile game became a hit in China
How an Australian mobile game became a hit in China:
Ski Safari didn't make a splash in China -- but now it has over 25 million players. What does it take to turn a very Western game into an Asian hit? ...
Ski Safari didn't make a splash in China -- but now it has over 25 million players. What does it take to turn a very Western game into an Asian hit? ...
Behind Linden Lab's surprise entry into the digital distribution space
Behind Linden Lab's surprise entry into the digital distribution space:
Gamasutra follows up with Linden Lab CEO Rod Humble about the studio's recent acquisition of digital distribution service Desura. Could we be looking at a
Gamasutra follows up with Linden Lab CEO Rod Humble about the studio's recent acquisition of digital distribution service Desura. Could we be looking at a
Halo: Spartan Assault launches in North America today
Halo: Spartan Assault launches in North America today:
Top-down arcade shooter slated for Windows 8-operated PCs, tablets, and Windows Phone 8 devices; no word on game's release date outside of the US.
Top-down arcade shooter slated for Windows 8-operated PCs, tablets, and Windows Phone 8 devices; no word on game's release date outside of the US.
CBS Interactive "Playing Aggressively" in eSports
CBS Interactive "Playing Aggressively" in eSports:
We talk to CBSi's SVP and the new VP of eSports about their media strategy
We talk to CBSi's SVP and the new VP of eSports about their media strategy
SOE reveals new Recruit Rewards program
SOE reveals new Recruit Rewards program:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Super-hero, EverQuest, EverQuest II, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, DC Universe Online, Promotions, PlanetSide
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Super-hero, EverQuest, EverQuest II, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, DC Universe Online, Promotions, PlanetSide
Ubisoft to release open-world games "on a regular basis"
Ubisoft to release open-world games "on a regular basis":
Publisher says it has a "unique capacity" to release open-world titles regularly thanks to technology and collaboration between studios. Ubisoft plans to
Publisher says it has a "unique capacity" to release open-world titles regularly thanks to technology and collaboration between studios. Ubisoft plans to
Atlus parent company preparing to sell off operations
Atlus parent company preparing to sell off operations:
Following the news that Atlus parent company Index Corporation has filed for the Japanese equivalent of the Bankruptcy procedure, it's now reported
Following the news that Atlus parent company Index Corporation has filed for the Japanese equivalent of the Bankruptcy procedure, it's now reported
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Nexon “Dungeon & Fighter” now also available via Naver channeling service.
- ENP Games web RPG “Yongtu” holds CBT from July 23 to 25.
- Playworks web MMORPG “Arcane Wars” pre-open test from July 19 to 20.
- Npic Soft signs publishing contract with CJ E&M Netmarble for action MMORPG “ELOA,” holds 1st CBT later this year, planned for launch in 1st half of 2014.
- Joycity establishes a mobile publishing center for game sourcing, development, infra support, marketing, etc.
Tekken Card Tournament physical cards available this July in Singapore
Tekken Card Tournament physical cards available this July in Singapore:
Cards to feature QR code to add to player's in-game deck. Get the full article at GameSpot "Tekken Card Tournament physical cards available this July in
Cards to feature QR code to add to player's in-game deck. Get the full article at GameSpot "Tekken Card Tournament physical cards available this July in
Smartphone shipments to reach 1.5 billion by 2017 - report
Smartphone shipments to reach 1.5 billion by 2017 - report:
New IHS data shows that global smartphone shipments should come close to 900 million this year
New IHS data shows that global smartphone shipments should come close to 900 million this year
Popular Online Game Features Battleships as Anime Girls
Popular Online Game Features Battleships as Anime Girls:
Honestly, it was the last game I thought I'd find myself hooked on, but Kantai Collection (艦隊これくしょん) or, as it's better known online, Kan Colle (艦これ),
Honestly, it was the last game I thought I'd find myself hooked on, but Kantai Collection (艦隊これくしょん) or, as it's better known online, Kan Colle (艦これ),
Blitz 2: Battle Line(KR) Open Beta Is Now Live
Blitz 2: Battle Line(KR) Open Beta Is Now Live:
Korean tank simulation game Blitz 2: Battle Line is the sequel of the Blitz 1941 which was launched in 2005, now Blitz 2: Battle Line has entered open beta in
Korean tank simulation game Blitz 2: Battle Line is the sequel of the Blitz 1941 which was launched in 2005, now Blitz 2: Battle Line has entered open beta in
The Smartphone Market Is Growing Up--But Don't Panic
The Smartphone Market Is Growing Up--But Don't Panic:
According to the Wall Street Journal, "Smartphone Upgrades Slow as 'Wow' Factor Fades." The statistics behind this headline come from UBS, which has
According to the Wall Street Journal, "Smartphone Upgrades Slow as 'Wow' Factor Fades." The statistics behind this headline come from UBS, which has
Nokia's Smartphone Plan Isn't Working
Nokia's Smartphone Plan Isn't Working:
Nokia's first quarter results aren't great news for the phone-making giant. Nokia's second quarter results for 2013 include revenues of $7.5 billion, which sounds
Nokia's first quarter results aren't great news for the phone-making giant. Nokia's second quarter results for 2013 include revenues of $7.5 billion, which sounds
Surface Flop: Microsoft's $900M Charge On Its Struggling Tablet
Surface Flop: Microsoft's $900M Charge On Its Struggling Tablet:
Microsoft missed earnings expectations today in its fourth quarter, coming in light on revenue and earnings per share. Microsoft missed earnings expectations
Microsoft missed earnings expectations today in its fourth quarter, coming in light on revenue and earnings per share. Microsoft missed earnings expectations
Granado Espada Online: The War of Independence Arrives
Granado Espada Online: The War of Independence Arrives:
A big new update for Grenado Espada is hitting the live servers this week. A brand new recruit, a new raid, new weapons, and a new field map are all being added
A big new update for Grenado Espada is hitting the live servers this week. A brand new recruit, a new raid, new weapons, and a new field map are all being added
Working at the Candy Store
Working at the Candy Store:
King designer Tobias Nyblom on keeping the Candy Crush Saga players sweet
King designer Tobias Nyblom on keeping the Candy Crush Saga players sweet
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar: Worldwide Launch Delayed "A Few Weeks"
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar: Worldwide Launch Delayed "A Few Weeks":
The worldwide launch of Mythic's Ultima IV remake, Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar has been delayed a few weeks, citing additional time needed to balance
The worldwide launch of Mythic's Ultima IV remake, Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar has been delayed a few weeks, citing additional time needed to balance
Turd Birds Review
Turd Birds Review:
Birds are known for two things: singing and pooping. Turd Birds for iOS explores the dark side (rather, the chalky-white side) of avian life with an endless running
Birds are known for two things: singing and pooping. Turd Birds for iOS explores the dark side (rather, the chalky-white side) of avian life with an endless running
Compulsive Review
Compulsive Review:
Puzzlers on the iOS platform are a dime a dozen, so if you plan on releasing yet another one into the wild, you need a selling point to keep your ideas fresh. Despite its relatively simple setup and
Puzzlers on the iOS platform are a dime a dozen, so if you plan on releasing yet another one into the wild, you need a selling point to keep your ideas fresh. Despite its relatively simple setup and
Galactic Skater Review
Galactic Skater Review:
Sick of playing those same predictable endless runner games set on boring old earth? Well Galactic Skater is here to take you up into the stratosphere, and have
Sick of playing those same predictable endless runner games set on boring old earth? Well Galactic Skater is here to take you up into the stratosphere, and have
Firefly Online Announced...Again | Ten Ton Hammer
Firefly Online Announced...Again | Ten Ton Hammer:
You can’t stop the signal. QMXI teams up with Fox and Spark Plug Games to develop the first licensed Firefly game.
You can’t stop the signal. QMXI teams up with Fox and Spark Plug Games to develop the first licensed Firefly game.
Predictably, More And More People Are Accessing Facebook Via Mobile
Predictably, More And More People Are Accessing Facebook Via Mobile:
Facebook mobile users jumped around 20% in June, meaning the company is finally appealing to mobile users. Last month, Facebook was accessed 18%
Facebook mobile users jumped around 20% in June, meaning the company is finally appealing to mobile users. Last month, Facebook was accessed 18%
'Post-Zynga IPO, many investors have exited the games market completely'
'Post-Zynga IPO, many investors have exited the games market completely':
Despite fundamental market growth in the mobile game industry, there's "a significant investment gap in the games market," as many investors turned away
Despite fundamental market growth in the mobile game industry, there's "a significant investment gap in the games market," as many investors turned away
After A Long Break, A Classic Shooter Returns To iOS
After A Long Break, A Classic Shooter Returns To iOS:
Now here's a blast from the past. Courtesy of DotEmu, purveyor of updated re-releases of classic games, Irem's 1987 side-scrolling arcade shooter R-
Now here's a blast from the past. Courtesy of DotEmu, purveyor of updated re-releases of classic games, Irem's 1987 side-scrolling arcade shooter R-
Surprise Attack launches an Australian indie game publishing label
Surprise Attack launches an Australian indie game publishing label:
Surprise Attack, the Australian marketing team set up last year to work with independent game developers, has now launched an indie game publishing
Surprise Attack, the Australian marketing team set up last year to work with independent game developers, has now launched an indie game publishing
Ouya wants to double your Kickstarter funds
Ouya wants to double your Kickstarter funds:
Kickstarter backers gave Ouya an $8.6 million crowdfunding boost about a year ago. Now Ouya is saying that it will boost game developers' successful
Kickstarter backers gave Ouya an $8.6 million crowdfunding boost about a year ago. Now Ouya is saying that it will boost game developers' successful
Guild Wars 2: ArenaNet’s Master Plan for 2013
Guild Wars 2: ArenaNet’s Master Plan for 2013:
ArenaNet has set a terrific pace of development over the past few months. Now the time has come to reveal the "master plan" for the balance of the year.
ArenaNet has set a terrific pace of development over the past few months. Now the time has come to reveal the "master plan" for the balance of the year.
City of Steam: Review In Progress #2
City of Steam: Review In Progress #2:
City of Steam is a game aimed straight at the steampunk niche market in the MMO space. How well does it succeed? We've been playing CoS to find out. Today is our
City of Steam is a game aimed straight at the steampunk niche market in the MMO space. How well does it succeed? We've been playing CoS to find out. Today is our
Xbox Live helps boost Xbox division revenues 8% in Q4
Xbox Live helps boost Xbox division revenues 8% in Q4:
Microsoft shipped fewer Xbox 360s but Xbox Live transactional revenues grew by 20%
Microsoft shipped fewer Xbox 360s but Xbox Live transactional revenues grew by 20%
Ubisoft sales slide 42 percent
Ubisoft sales slide 42 percent:
Assassin's Creed publisher sales plummet to €76 million for latest quarter; back catalog sales rise 56 percent to €60 million for the period. Ubisoft today
Assassin's Creed publisher sales plummet to €76 million for latest quarter; back catalog sales rise 56 percent to €60 million for the period. Ubisoft today
Darkfall patches in new boats, a new dungeon, and other improvements
Darkfall patches in new boats, a new dungeon, and other improvements:
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Patches, News Items, Subscription Maybe you've already been on a boat in Darkfall Unholy Wars, but you
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Patches, News Items, Subscription Maybe you've already been on a boat in Darkfall Unholy Wars, but you
Neverwinter Review Diary #3: Group means group
Neverwinter Review Diary #3: Group means group:
Proper MMORPG reviews are difficult to do. Except for power levelers, the whole idea of playing a game in that genre is that it's a marathon, not a sprint. That
Proper MMORPG reviews are difficult to do. Except for power levelers, the whole idea of playing a game in that genre is that it's a marathon, not a sprint. That
Champions Online: First Act of Fatal Error Arc Launches
Champions Online: First Act of Fatal Error Arc Launches:
The Champions Online team is pleased to announce that they're launching the first act of the Fatal Error story arc in the popular F2P Superhero MMO. Read on
The Champions Online team is pleased to announce that they're launching the first act of the Fatal Error story arc in the popular F2P Superhero MMO. Read on
Raptr adds Twitch streaming capability to desktop app
Raptr adds Twitch streaming capability to desktop app:
Raptr might be one of those things that I've grown so accustomed to, that I almost feel weird whenever I don't have...
Raptr might be one of those things that I've grown so accustomed to, that I almost feel weird whenever I don't have...
nWay’s ChronoBlade takes advantage of Facebook’s evolution
nWay’s ChronoBlade takes advantage of Facebook’s evolution:
After a successful launch in open beta in late June, nWay’s ChronoBlade has introduced dark beat-em-up gameplay to Facebook. Developed by the minds
After a successful launch in open beta in late June, nWay’s ChronoBlade has introduced dark beat-em-up gameplay to Facebook. Developed by the minds
With EA, money talks (or: Understanding where EA makes its money)
With EA, money talks (or: Understanding where EA makes its money):
Why does EA seem apathetic to Nintendo? How have Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 contributed to EA's revenues. Matt Matthews drills deep into
Why does EA seem apathetic to Nintendo? How have Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 contributed to EA's revenues. Matt Matthews drills deep into
The Last of Us tops June US sales
The Last of Us tops June US sales:
NPD Group reveals Naughty Dog's latest the top-performer during the month; total game sales slide 15 percent to $593.3 million. Naughty Dog's postapocalyptic
NPD Group reveals Naughty Dog's latest the top-performer during the month; total game sales slide 15 percent to $593.3 million. Naughty Dog's postapocalyptic
Age of Wulin Kicks Off Open Beta in Europe
Age of Wulin Kicks Off Open Beta in Europe:
European players are finally able to embrace the martial art MMORPG Age of Wulin! WEBZEN today announces the Open Beta for Age of Wulin, European
European players are finally able to embrace the martial art MMORPG Age of Wulin! WEBZEN today announces the Open Beta for Age of Wulin, European
NCsoft Unveils Aion’s New Aethertech Class | Ten Ton Hammer
NCsoft Unveils Aion’s New Aethertech Class | Ten Ton Hammer:
Suit up Daevas! Aion’s new heavily armored artillery Aethertech class is coming with Update 4.5.
Suit up Daevas! Aion’s new heavily armored artillery Aethertech class is coming with Update 4.5.
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Redshirt, or 'If The Starship Enterprise had Facebook'
Redshirt, or 'If The Starship Enterprise had Facebook':
Redshirt is a sci-fi take on social networking. How would Star Trek have played out if everyone on the Starship Enterprise had access to a Facebook-like
Redshirt is a sci-fi take on social networking. How would Star Trek have played out if everyone on the Starship Enterprise had access to a Facebook-like
Phantasy Star Online 2 (JP) Adds New Race and Class
Phantasy Star Online 2 (JP) Adds New Race and Class:
Phantasy Star Online 2 Episode 2 kicks off earlier today in Japan, bringing the 4th race Dewman to the public. The new class, Braver, will be able to choose from
Phantasy Star Online 2 Episode 2 kicks off earlier today in Japan, bringing the 4th race Dewman to the public. The new class, Braver, will be able to choose from
Why Are There So Many MOBAs?
Why Are There So Many MOBAs?:
We always can see news of new MOBAs, right? Why are there so many MOBAs? Continue reading Why Are There So Many MOBAs?.
We always can see news of new MOBAs, right? Why are there so many MOBAs? Continue reading Why Are There So Many MOBAs?.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- NHN “Winning Eleven Online” starts Pmang channeling service.
- IMI-Item Bay MMORPG “Nine-Tailed Fox: Tower of Temptation” opens homepage.
- Entermate action RPG “Kingdom Fighters” holds CBT today until July 20.
How World of Tanks Is Revolutionizing Xbox
How World of Tanks Is Revolutionizing Xbox:
Why console gaming may change forever, and what Wargaming is planning with Chris Taylor
Why console gaming may change forever, and what Wargaming is planning with Chris Taylor
Take a Closer Look at Sura Online's 3 Classes
Take a Closer Look at Sura Online's 3 Classes:
Sura Online is a 2.5D action game developed by Korean NSE Entertainment. Here is a brief introduction of currently revealed classes and class
Sura Online is a 2.5D action game developed by Korean NSE Entertainment. Here is a brief introduction of currently revealed classes and class
Blastron Review
Blastron Review:
Welcome to Earth Blastron, where the robots killed their human creators, got bored, and decided to start killing each other. In this war of ennui, you'll take
Welcome to Earth Blastron, where the robots killed their human creators, got bored, and decided to start killing each other. In this war of ennui, you'll take
Wheel of Fortune: Cubed Review
Wheel of Fortune: Cubed Review:
What would Wheel of Fortune be like if it were a little more three dimensional? Try Wheel of Fortune: Cubed, a remixing of sorts that takes the letter- and clue-based
What would Wheel of Fortune be like if it were a little more three dimensional? Try Wheel of Fortune: Cubed, a remixing of sorts that takes the letter- and clue-based
Cannon Crasha Review
Cannon Crasha Review:
Cannons have long been an exciting weapon. The act of shooting a giant ball into buildings captivates many, much in the same way people watch NASCAR for
Cannons have long been an exciting weapon. The act of shooting a giant ball into buildings captivates many, much in the same way people watch NASCAR for
Play As A Spy In Your Very Own Interactive Radio-Drama
Play As A Spy In Your Very Own Interactive Radio-Drama:
Now here's an idea I'm glad someone had: An iPhone game where you're the star of a branching interactive spy radio-drama, complete with sound effects and
Now here's an idea I'm glad someone had: An iPhone game where you're the star of a branching interactive spy radio-drama, complete with sound effects and
Competitive Halo Is Back After Almost A Year Out Of The Spotlight
Competitive Halo Is Back After Almost A Year Out Of The Spotlight:
Halo has always had a rich history in eSports but as of recently it has fallen from the spotlight thanks to a lack of a presence at some of the larger eSports
Halo has always had a rich history in eSports but as of recently it has fallen from the spotlight thanks to a lack of a presence at some of the larger eSports
Pokémon Rumble U priced and dated for August
Pokémon Rumble U priced and dated for August:
The Pokémon Company announced today that Pokémon Rumble U, the first Pokémon game exclusively for the...
The Pokémon Company announced today that Pokémon Rumble U, the first Pokémon game exclusively for the...
“There Is No Evil Scheme Behind It": A Q&A with Candy Crush Games Guru
“There Is No Evil Scheme Behind It": A Q&A with Candy Crush Games Guru:
This summer, you won’t have to go far to find a Candy Crush player. There they are: begging lives off strangers on the subway platform, bonding with fellow
This summer, you won’t have to go far to find a Candy Crush player. There they are: begging lives off strangers on the subway platform, bonding with fellow
Lego Is Making Two New Minecraft Sets
Lego Is Making Two New Minecraft Sets:
The official Lego Minecraft set has been such an amazing success that Lego and Swedish game developer Mojang have decided to expand the line with two new
The official Lego Minecraft set has been such an amazing success that Lego and Swedish game developer Mojang have decided to expand the line with two new
In the world of wearable video games, a new challenger appears
In the world of wearable video games, a new challenger appears:
With $2.5 million in seed capital, Mind Pirate recently came out of stealth mode and is talking to game developers about the next-gen of wearable tech. ...
With $2.5 million in seed capital, Mind Pirate recently came out of stealth mode and is talking to game developers about the next-gen of wearable tech. ...
National League MVP Buster Posey On His New Mobile Game Buster Bash PRO
National League MVP Buster Posey On His New Mobile Game Buster Bash PRO:
So far this month, Buster Posey has caught a no-hitter, won a National League Player of the Week award, brought his batting average to .322, and
So far this month, Buster Posey has caught a no-hitter, won a National League Player of the Week award, brought his batting average to .322, and
Lose your life and your wallet with ArcheAge's new dragon and cash shop
Lose your life and your wallet with ArcheAge's new dragon and cash shop:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, New Titles, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, ArcheAge If you thought you were safe from giant bosses in ArcheAge if you
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, New Titles, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, ArcheAge If you thought you were safe from giant bosses in ArcheAge if you
End of Nations resumes alpha testing, boasts new MOBA features
End of Nations resumes alpha testing, boasts new MOBA features:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA We reported last week about End
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA We reported last week about End
Runescape: Focused on Emerging Markets
Runescape: Focused on Emerging Markets:
Jagex has announced more plans to expand its properties into emerging markets. After an earlier announcement that a partnership agreement had been
Jagex has announced more plans to expand its properties into emerging markets. After an earlier announcement that a partnership agreement had been
This Could Be the Tactics Game Your iPad Has Been Crying Out For
This Could Be the Tactics Game Your iPad Has Been Crying Out For:
“We’re a hardcore game.” But what does that mean when you’re making something meant for tablets and smartphones? Read more...
“We’re a hardcore game.” But what does that mean when you’re making something meant for tablets and smartphones? Read more...
New iOS Games Tonight: Breach & Clear, Nuclear Outrun and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Breach & Clear, Nuclear Outrun and more!:
Whew, what a long week it has been, and we're barely even halfway through Wednesday right now! Days like these make me so glad and thankful that we
Whew, what a long week it has been, and we're barely even halfway through Wednesday right now! Days like these make me so glad and thankful that we
Dragon's Prophet update brings Wintertide and new level cap
Dragon's Prophet update brings Wintertide and new level cap:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Dragon's Prophet, MMORPG Sony Online Entertainment's Dragon's Prophet beta has just receive a
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Dragon's Prophet, MMORPG Sony Online Entertainment's Dragon's Prophet beta has just receive a
TERA (CN) Heads for Debut Test Phase, Competes with BnS?
TERA (CN) Heads for Debut Test Phase, Competes with BnS?:
China online games publisher and developer, Kalends has announced that TERA China will be heading for its debut test phase in October. Below you can
China online games publisher and developer, Kalends has announced that TERA China will be heading for its debut test phase in October. Below you can
CABAL Online Debuts On Steam Greenlight
CABAL Online Debuts On Steam Greenlight:
More and more games are heading for Steam to reach a wider range of players, so is the classical action MMORPG Cabal Online. ESTsoft has announced the start
More and more games are heading for Steam to reach a wider range of players, so is the classical action MMORPG Cabal Online. ESTsoft has announced the start
Elsword Reveals Latest Class Dimension Witch
Elsword Reveals Latest Class Dimension Witch:
Kill3rCombo has introduced the latest class "Dimension Witch" to Elsword, she is not only capable of controlling time, but who could also augment the space
Kill3rCombo has introduced the latest class "Dimension Witch" to Elsword, she is not only capable of controlling time, but who could also augment the space
Blog: How to price your in-app purchases
Blog: How to price your in-app purchases:
Setting prices for in-app purchases -- how do you start? How do you value your game and its virtual items? This quick, practical guide from an in-app purchase
Setting prices for in-app purchases -- how do you start? How do you value your game and its virtual items? This quick, practical guide from an in-app purchase
Digi-Capital: Disruptive mobile and a growing market
Digi-Capital: Disruptive mobile and a growing market:
Games monetise four times more effectively that all other mobile app types combined, says investment bank
Games monetise four times more effectively that all other mobile app types combined, says investment bank
Betable primes for new funding round, valued up to $100 million
Betable primes for new funding round, valued up to $100 million:
Real money gaming platform Betable has raised a new round of funding as reported by PandoDaily. Led by Venture51, the round is expected to be
Real money gaming platform Betable has raised a new round of funding as reported by PandoDaily. Led by Venture51, the round is expected to be
Baseball Slam review
Baseball Slam review:
Baseball Slam is an iPad and iPhone game from Zynga. It is available now on the App Store as an ad-supported free download and contains additional in-app
Baseball Slam is an iPad and iPhone game from Zynga. It is available now on the App Store as an ad-supported free download and contains additional in-app
Tribes: Ascend May Get Map-Making Tools | Ten Ton Hammer
Tribes: Ascend May Get Map-Making Tools | Ten Ton Hammer:
Hi-Rez Studios looking into ways to provide the community with options to further support Tribes: Ascend.
Hi-Rez Studios looking into ways to provide the community with options to further support Tribes: Ascend.
appnext aims to improve game discovery and ad revenue for developers now on mobile
appnext aims to improve game discovery and ad revenue for developers now on mobile:
Social games network appnext has announced that it has brought its in-game advertising network to mobile. Game developers will now be able to
Social games network appnext has announced that it has brought its in-game advertising network to mobile. Game developers will now be able to
PSA: Leisure Suit Larry: Reloaded out now on the App Store
PSA: Leisure Suit Larry: Reloaded out now on the App Store:
Calling all you smarmy lounge lizards out there! Remember earlier this month when the original Leisure Suit Larry game made its triumphant return to PC
Calling all you smarmy lounge lizards out there! Remember earlier this month when the original Leisure Suit Larry game made its triumphant return to PC
Looking into the Heart of Fear with the EverQuest team
Looking into the Heart of Fear with the EverQuest team:
Filed under: Galleries, Screenshots, EverQuest, Game Mechanics, Launches, Patches, Previews, Free-to-Play, Events (Massively's Coverage), Dungeons SOE
Filed under: Galleries, Screenshots, EverQuest, Game Mechanics, Launches, Patches, Previews, Free-to-Play, Events (Massively's Coverage), Dungeons SOE
FIFA 14 to Add Nine Brazilian Clubs to Its Lineup
FIFA 14 to Add Nine Brazilian Clubs to Its Lineup:
FIFA 14 has locked in agreements with 19 of Brazil's top professional clubs, doubling that league's representation in the world's top selling football simulation.
FIFA 14 has locked in agreements with 19 of Brazil's top professional clubs, doubling that league's representation in the world's top selling football simulation.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Nexon partner with Zynga designer's SecretNewCo
Nexon partner with Zynga designer's SecretNewCo:
Acquires minority stake in Brian Reynold's new venture
Acquires minority stake in Brian Reynold's new venture
The Psychology Behind Steam Trading Cards
The Psychology Behind Steam Trading Cards:
How your mind processes a trading card system and the mental tricks at play in Valve's latest addition to its digital marketplace
How your mind processes a trading card system and the mental tricks at play in Valve's latest addition to its digital marketplace
Age of Storm Unveiled New Hero "Yuria" Based on Cosplay Goddess
Age of Storm Unveiled New Hero "Yuria" Based on Cosplay Goddess:
Korean game company Pmang and developer Dragonfly today have announced a brand new female hero "Yuria" for their AOS MMO Age of Storm:
Korean game company Pmang and developer Dragonfly today have announced a brand new female hero "Yuria" for their AOS MMO Age of Storm:
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Entermate action RPG “Kingdom Fighters” releases game video and guide, CBT starts on July 18.
- Blue Hole Studio signs China contract with KunLun for MMORPG “Tera,” 1st China test slated for October, official service to start in early 2014.
General: Selling in Free to Play Games II
General: Selling in Free to Play Games II:
The free to play MMO market is a growing one and one that is still flexing its muscles and suffering from growing pains. In our latest Free Zone column, we
The free to play MMO market is a growing one and one that is still flexing its muscles and suffering from growing pains. In our latest Free Zone column, we
Fallen Earth Monthly Update: Dome Edition | Ten Ton Hammer
Fallen Earth Monthly Update: Dome Edition | Ten Ton Hammer:
Fallen Earth devs offer an update on the Territory Control changes and new Dome content.
Fallen Earth devs offer an update on the Territory Control changes and new Dome content.
If you've got a PC and a few free minutes, check out the lovely music game Shrug Song.
If you've got a PC and a few free minutes, check out the lovely music game Shrug Song.:
If you've got a PC and a few free minutes, check out the lovely music game Shrug Song. It's a free appetizer for a bigger, in-development adventure game called
If you've got a PC and a few free minutes, check out the lovely music game Shrug Song. It's a free appetizer for a bigger, in-development adventure game called
Closed Beta for TalesRunner Pacific Announced
Closed Beta for TalesRunner Pacific Announced:
As an exciting racing game suitable for gamers of all ages, TalesRunner is definitely a welcome title in a market currently filled with endless, grinding
As an exciting racing game suitable for gamers of all ages, TalesRunner is definitely a welcome title in a market currently filled with endless, grinding
Hands-on with Ittle Dew
Hands-on with Ittle Dew:
You may think you've seen Ittle Dew before: the green-robed, blonde-haired heroine seems directly linked to Nintendo's adventure star and even
You may think you've seen Ittle Dew before: the green-robed, blonde-haired heroine seems directly linked to Nintendo's adventure star and even
Eternal Descent: Heavy Metal Heroes Heading to Android
Eternal Descent: Heavy Metal Heroes Heading to Android:
Eternal Descent: Heavy Metal Heroes is a game slated for release soon onto iOS with Android, PC and consoles getting a copy of the game next year. This
Eternal Descent: Heavy Metal Heroes is a game slated for release soon onto iOS with Android, PC and consoles getting a copy of the game next year. This
Novus Aeterno: New Video Shows Game Play
Novus Aeterno: New Video Shows Game Play:
For the first time, fans of Novus Aeterno can check out some game play footage thanks to the release of a brand new video the team has released on
For the first time, fans of Novus Aeterno can check out some game play footage thanks to the release of a brand new video the team has released on
Dunk Dreams Preview
Dunk Dreams Preview:
It's not very often that you see a mobile game combine two vastly different genres such as basketball and role playing, but Dunk Dreams is looking to prove that selecting attributes for a rookie
It's not very often that you see a mobile game combine two vastly different genres such as basketball and role playing, but Dunk Dreams is looking to prove that selecting attributes for a rookie
Mutants: Genetic Gladiators Review
Mutants: Genetic Gladiators Review:
Mutants: Genetic Gladiators takes place in a future where science has advanced so thoroughly that we can clone and breed humanoid creatures right down to
Mutants: Genetic Gladiators takes place in a future where science has advanced so thoroughly that we can clone and breed humanoid creatures right down to
A guide to alpha funding from Project Zomboid's Chris Simpson
A guide to alpha funding from Project Zomboid's Chris Simpson:
Minecraft proved that players will pay to be in your alpha. But how does the process actually work? Successful alpha-funded project Project Zomboid dev Chris
Minecraft proved that players will pay to be in your alpha. But how does the process actually work? Successful alpha-funded project Project Zomboid dev Chris
Layton Brothers: Mystery Room passes one million downloads
Layton Brothers: Mystery Room passes one million downloads:
Professor Layton spin-off adventure game passes one million downloads; additional cases available for purchase. Professor Layton adventure spin-off
Professor Layton spin-off adventure game passes one million downloads; additional cases available for purchase. Professor Layton adventure spin-off
European devs heavily favoring mobile, PC over consoles, GDC survey says
European devs heavily favoring mobile, PC over consoles, GDC survey says:
European game developers are jumping into the mobile and PC bandwagon more quickly than their North American counterparts, says an industry survey
European game developers are jumping into the mobile and PC bandwagon more quickly than their North American counterparts, says an industry survey
Blog: Community management tips for dealing with negative posts
Blog: Community management tips for dealing with negative posts:
Sometimes they're trolls -- but sometimes they just want somebody to listen to them. How do you figure out which, and then deal with the negative
Sometimes they're trolls -- but sometimes they just want somebody to listen to them. How do you figure out which, and then deal with the negative
Madden NFL 25 Pimps GMC's Rides
Madden NFL 25 Pimps GMC's Rides:
After the Super Bowl, the MVP is usually presented with some car and if he's a pitchman for another auto maker, it can be kind of awkwardly funny. But in
After the Super Bowl, the MVP is usually presented with some car and if he's a pitchman for another auto maker, it can be kind of awkwardly funny. But in
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